SwayvoTwain, Son of D’Angelo and Angie Stone, Cast as Notorious B.I.G. in Universal’s Snoop Dogg Biopic
Universal Pictures’ eagerly anticipated Snoop Dogg biographical feature has officially secured pivotal casting pieces, locking in a fascinating convergence of music royalty and acting talent.
In a standout casting announcement, SwayvoTwain—the son of iconic soul innovator D’Angelo and R&B powerhouse Angie Stone—is set to make his cinematic acting debut portraying the legendary Notorious B.I.G..
Stepping into the shoes of Biggie Smalls carries extraordinary artistic pressure, given the rapper’s monumental stature as the defining titan of 1990s East Coast Hip-Hop whose cultural footprint remains indelible nearly three decades after his tragic passing.
For SwayvoTwain, who has steadily forged his own musical lane, the high-profile assignment represents a transformative launching pad on the silver screen.
The casting director has surrounded the narrative with deeply authentic choices reflecting the crucial figures who shaped Snoop’s meteoric rise to global dominance.
According to Variety, actor Bentley Green has signed on to portray Long Beach lyrical veteran RBX, a foundational Death Row Records artist, while West Coast rapper and actor G Perico will depict Big Reecie Cup, anchoring the story firmly in Snoop’s authentic street roots.
Actor Jonathan Daviss shoulders the central role of Snoop Dogg himself, leading a powerhouse ensemble that includes Camron Jones as Tupac Shakur, Myles Bullock as Dr. Dre, Tre Hale as the formidable Suge Knight, and Algee Smith as Warren G.
The personal dimension of the icon’s life is grounded by Lauren London, who portrays Snoop’s late mother, Beverly Tate, alongside Laya DeLeon Hayes as his lifelong partner and wife, Shante Broadus.
Steering the expansive production is acclaimed director Craig Brewer, whose proven pedigree with music-centered dramas like Hustle & Flow guarantees an unflinching, culturally authentic execution.
With Snoop Dogg personally producing alongside Oscar-winning producer Brian Grazer, Universal Pictures has slated the cinematic biopic for a global theatrical debut on August 6, 2027.