Brian Steinberg Senior TV Editor Mike Tirico will have an unusual new partner for NBCUniversal’s looming coverage of the 2024 Paris Olympics.
Rapper and actor Snoop Dogg will be on hand during the event to provide regular reports for NBC”s primetime Olympics program, starting July 26 of next year on both the broadcast network and the Peacock streaming hub.
Snoop Dogg is slated to offer his unique take on what’s happening at the athletic extravaganza and will be seen exploring landmarks as well as holding forth with various competitors. “I grew up watching the Olympics and am thrilled to see the incredible athletes bring their A-game to Paris.
It’s a celebration of skill, dedication, and the pursuit of greatness,” said Snoop Dogg, in a statement. “We’re going to have some amazing competitions and, of course, I will be bringing that Snoop style to the mix.
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