Snoop Dogg to Bear Olympic Flame in Paris 2024

Snoop Dogg has been named one of the final torchbearers for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. He will carry the flame in Saint-Denis and participate in NBC's 'Primetime in Paris' show, covering the Olympics alongside Mike Tirico.

Renowned rapper Snoop Dogg has been declared one of the final torchbearers of the Olympic flame as it completes its France-wide tour before the opening ceremony of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. Snoop Dogg's involvement stems from his role as a sportscaster for NBC's 'Primetime in Paris' show, alongside host Mike Tirico, as confirmed by Deadline.

The rapper will carry the Olympic flame during its penultimate leg in Saint-Denis, a suburb north of Paris known for housing part of the Olympic Village, the Stade de France, and the new Olympic Aquatics Centre. This symbolic event marks a pivotal moment as the flame approaches its ultimate destination at the Olympic cauldron in the Tuileries Gardens, central Paris, where it will reside throughout the 2024 Olympics.

According to Deadline, other notable French personalities participating in the torch relay include rapper MC Solaar, actress Laeticia Casta, filmmaker Alice Diop from Saint Omer, Paralympian Charles-Antoine Kouakou, and rugby player Abdelatif Benazzi. The identity of the final torchbearer remains undisclosed, heightening anticipation for the culmination.

The journey of the Olympic flame began with its arrival from Greece to France on May 8, celebrated with a vibrant ceremony in Marseille. Since then, the flame has traversed various regions of France, embodying the Olympic spirit and bringing excitement to onlookers and participants, as reported by Deadline.

According to NBC, Snoop Dogg will not only carry the torch but will also attend Olympic competitions, interact with athletes and their families, and immerse himself in Paris's vibrant cultural offerings. These activities will be part of his comprehensive coverage of the games.