Rapper Snoop Dogg has faced significant backlash after performing at Donald Trump’s inaugural Crypto Ball, leading to a loss of over half a million social media followers.
According to analytics reports, Snoop’s Instagram followers dropped by 571,800, and his X (formerly Twitter) account saw a decline of 17,177 followers.
The backlash stems from fans accusing the “Gin and Juice” hitmaker of hypocrisy due to his previous criticism of Trump. Social media users expressed disappointment, with many stating they could no longer support him. One fan wrote, “Gotta unfollow anyone that performs for Trump. Love Snoop Dogg, but this is too much.”
Snoop addressed the controversy during an Instagram Live session, saying, “Y’all can’t hate enough on me. I love too much… Still a Black man, still 100 percent Black.” He also highlighted Trump’s clemency for Michael “Harry O” Harris, co-founder of Death Row Records, as a reason for his softened stance.
This is not the first time entertainers have faced backlash for associating with Trump. Reality star Kim Kardashian recently lost nearly 150,000 followers after posting a photo of Melania Trump at the inauguration, and other performers, including Carrie Underwood, were also criticized for participating in related events.
Despite the uproar, Snoop Dogg has maintained his position, emphasizing a desire to separate professional engagements from political affiliations. The rapper remains one of the most influential figures in the music industry, but the controversy has ignited debates about entertainers' political involvement and its impact on their fan base.
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