The music world is mourning a profound loss as news emerges of the passing of Codi Dreaux, the 10-month-old granddaughter of iconic rapper Snoop Dogg. The infant's mother, Cori Broadus, who is Snoop Dogg's 26-year-old daughter, shared the devastating announcement through her social media channels, sending waves of grief through the entertainment community and beyond.
A Mother's Heartbreaking Announcement
Cori Broadus took to her Instagram Stories to post a poignant black-and-white photograph showing her smiling while holding her beloved child. In the emotional caption accompanying the image, she expressed her deep sorrow, writing, "Monday I lost the love of my life. My Codi," followed by a symbolic angel wing emoji. The raw vulnerability of her message has resonated with countless followers who have offered their condolences during this difficult time.
Father's Tribute to His Daughter
Cori's fiancé, Wayne Deuce, also shared his grief publicly on his Instagram account, posting a series of heartfelt photographs memorializing their daughter. In one particularly moving post, he wrote, "I been the saddest since u left me Codi Dreaux. But I know u at peace. Daddy will always love you," alongside a tender picture of himself with their child. He added simply, "My baby," capturing the depth of parental love and loss in just two words.
The Challenging Journey of Codi Dreaux
While official authorities have not yet released the precise cause of death, it is known that Codi Dreaux was born prematurely under challenging circumstances. In February 2025, Cori Broadus had announced her daughter's arrival, revealing that the baby was born three months early at just 25 weeks gestation.
In her initial birth announcement, Cori shared her emotional struggle, writing, "The princess arrived at 6 months. I've cried and cried, I've compared and compared, blaming myself that I wasn't able to give her all that she needed. But no matter what God always shows me that I'm His Child!" She continued with gratitude, "Baby girl came at 25 weeks today and she's perfect as ever! Thank You God for getting me this far no matter the odds that are constantly thrown against me."
Medical Complications and NICU Stay
The premature birth occurred under medically complex conditions. Cori Broadus underwent an emergency C-section after developing HELLP syndrome, a serious pregnancy complication characterized by Elevated Liver enzymes and Low Platelets that can be life-threatening for both mother and child.
Following her birth, Codi Dreaux spent an extensive 10 months in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), receiving round-the-clock medical attention. It was only in early January that Cori was finally able to bring her daughter home, sharing the joyful update on January 6 via an Instagram post that featured a touching picture of mother and child snuggling together on a bed.
In that hopeful post, Cori expressed her gratitude, writing, "She's home. Thank you for every prayer, every message, every ounce of love. God heard them all." She had also previously shared the first glimpse of her newborn with a black-and-white photograph of the infant's tiny foot, symbolizing the fragile beginning of her daughter's life journey.
Cori Broadus's High-Risk Pregnancy
Cori Broadus first announced her pregnancy in December 2024, revealing that she was expecting a daughter. In an interview with E! News at the time, she shared, "I found out Oct. 28. I'm a high-risk pregnancy, and doctors were very concerned for me and the baby, but God has his hands on me." Her openness about the medical challenges she faced throughout her pregnancy has highlighted the difficulties many women experience during gestation.
Snoop Dogg's Family Structure
For those unfamiliar with the family dynamics, Cori Broadus is the youngest child of legendary rapper Snoop Dogg. The music icon has four children total: sons Cordé (30), Cordell (27), and daughter Cori (26) with his wife Shante Broadus, plus son Julian (26) from his previous relationship with Laurie Helmond. Prior to this tragic loss, Snoop Dogg was known to have six grandchildren, making this family loss particularly poignant for the entire clan.
As of this reporting, Snoop Dogg himself has not yet made a public statement regarding the passing of his granddaughter. The entertainment community and fans worldwide await his response while offering their collective support to the grieving family during this unimaginably difficult period.
