Cynthia Erivo Cast as Tupac's Mom in Upcoming Snoop Dogg Biopic

Cynthia Erivo is heading to the world of West Coast hip-hop. According to reports from Variety and The Hollywood Reporter, the award-winning actress has joined the cast of Universal's Snoop Dogg biopic, titled 'Snoop.' She will play Afeni Shakur, the mother of legendary rapper Tupac Shakur.

The film is currently shooting in California under the direction of Craig Brewer. Per The Hollywood Reporter, the producer lineup includes Snoop Dogg himself and Brian Grazer of Imagine Entertainment, who previously produced '8 Mile.'

The cast is led by Jonathan Daviss, who will portray Snoop Dogg. Camron Jones is set to play Tupac Shakur. The ensemble also includes Lauren London, Algee Smith, and several others.

The script for the biopic was first penned by Joe Robert Cole. Brewer later did a pass on the screenplay, according to The Hollywood Reporter. The movie will feature music from Snoop Dogg's catalog.

Universal has scheduled 'Snoop' for release on August 6, 2027, as noted by TheWrap.