DTC - Snoop Dogg Did Not Give Up Smoke: Rapper Explains Publicity Stunt | Benzinga
Last week, Snoop Dogg shocked the world when he said he was quitting smoke. However, this week he confirmed it was all a publicity stunt, an advertisement for Solo Brands (NYSE: DTC)'s Solo Stove, a smokeless fire pit brand.
A few days ago, the famed rapper and cannabis advocate, Snoop Dogg, surprised his global following by declaring his intention to give up smoking. The announcement, which he shared across his social media platforms to over 120 million followers, was unexpected given his long-standing public identity intertwined with marijuana use. "After much consideration & conversation with my family, I’ve decided to give up smoke," stated Calvin Broadus, known professionally as Snoop Dogg.
However, the narrative took an intriguing turn with the release of an ad for Solo Stove featuring Snoop Dogg. In the ad, the rapper says, "I have an announcement. I'm giving up smoke. I know what you're thinking. Snoop, smoke is kind of your whole thing. But I'm done with it. Done with the ...