Snoop Dogg Spreads Olympic Joy in Milan, From Zamboni Rides to Ticket Gifts

Snoop Dogg is making a splash at the 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics, serving as a special correspondent for NBC and an honorary coach for the U.S. Team. Beyond his official duties, the hip-hop icon has been extending Olympic spirit to locals, including a generous gesture towards the owners of a Livigno, Italy restaurant.

Dinner and Tickets: A Gesture of Gratitude

According to reports from NBC and Reuters, Snoop Dogg gifted five tickets for the men’s snowboard halfpipe final to the owners of Cronox, a local restaurant, after a minor issue with a credit card payment. Sofia Valmadre, whose parents own the eatery, explained that Snoop’s staffer’s card was declined when ordering a meal consisting of a cheeseburger, chicken wings, chicken nuggets, and French fries. Her mother graciously allowed the order to be fulfilled without immediate payment.

“My mother told him it was OK [to take the food] without paying,” Valmadre told Reuters. “The next day he sent us five tickets to notice the final.”

A Familiar Face at the Games

Snoop Dogg’s involvement with the Olympics began with the 2024 Paris Summer Games, and NBC has since made his role official. He has been a visible presence at the Milan-Cortina Games, enthusiastically supporting American athletes like curlers Cory Thiesse and Korey Dropkin, snowboarder Chloe Kim, and speedskater Erin Jackson, often sporting custom apparel celebrating the athletes.

Beyond the Stands: Zamboni Rides and Culinary Adventures

The rapper’s Olympic experience hasn’t been limited to cheering from the stands. He was spotted riding a Zamboni at the Milano Ice Skating Arena on February 3, 2026, as documented by NBC. He’s also been spending time with friends like Martha Stewart, learning to ski from Picabo Street, and connecting with Olympians such as Ilia Malinin.

Stewart recently described Snoop as a “very fussy eater,” recounting a story of surprising him with a bowl of spaghetti with meatballs topped with cheddar cheese during a recent dining experience.

Snoop Dogg Delivers Hockey Commentary

Adding another layer to his Olympic involvement, Snoop Dogg provided commentary for the men’s hockey game against Sweden, bringing his signature style to the broadcast, as reported by Today.com.