Snoop Dogg's Granddaughter Codi Dreaux Dies at 10 Months After NICU Battle
In a heartbreaking development, Codi Dreaux, the infant granddaughter of legendary rapper Snoop Dogg, has passed away at just ten months old. Her mother, Cori Broadus, confirmed the devastating news through social media, revealing that the baby died on Monday, January 26. This tragic event occurred a mere twenty days after Codi was finally discharged from the hospital following an extended stay in neonatal intensive care.
A Mother's Heartbreaking Announcement
Cori Broadus, aged twenty-five, shared the sorrowful update on her Instagram account, posting a poignant photograph of herself holding her daughter. She accompanied the image with a caption that read, "Monday, I lost the love of my life. My Codi." This public expression of grief has resonated deeply with followers and fans worldwide, highlighting the profound loss experienced by the family.
A Fragile Beginning and Prolonged Medical Struggle
Codi Dreaux entered the world under challenging circumstances, born prematurely in February 2025 after Cori went into labor at just twenty-five weeks. From the outset, Cori openly documented the emotional and medical hurdles surrounding the birth, providing regular updates from the neonatal intensive care unit to her concerned followers.
Announcing her daughter's arrival at the time, Cori wrote emotionally, "The princess arrived at 6 months, I've cried and cried, I've compared and compared, blaming myself because I wasn't able to give her all that she needed. But no matter what God always shows me that He got me! Baby girl came at 25 weeks today and she's the best!! Thank You God for getting me this far."
The infant remained hospitalized for several months, requiring constant medical attention. Earlier this month, Cori shared a hopeful video confirming that her daughter had finally been permitted to return home. She expressed gratitude on Instagram, writing, "She's home. Thank you for every prayer, every message, every ounce of love. God heard them all."
Shock and Tributes Following the Sudden Loss
Friends, relatives, and followers expressed profound shock that the baby passed away less than three weeks after coming home. One tribute reposted by Cori captured the collective disbelief, stating, "20 days later?! dawg I'm sick." A family friend who worked as a nurse and had cared for Codi shared a deeply personal message, saying, "Being a nurse has its ups and downs, and this is the biggest down I ever experienced. It was such a pleasure being my babygirl's nurse, I gave her one last bath, told her I loved her and didn't even know I was getting her ready for heaven."
Family Tributes and Quiet Support
Cori shares Codi with her fiancé, Wayne Deuce, who also posted a heartfelt tribute to their daughter on Instagram. He wrote, "I been the saddest since u left me Codi Dreaux. But I know u at peace. Daddy will always love you."
While Snoop Dogg has not issued a public statement, he shared a family photograph of Cori on his Instagram account, accompanied by folded-hands and shining-heart emojis. Fans and followers flooded the comments section with condolences and prayers for the Broadus family during this difficult time. Cori is Snoop Dogg's youngest child with his wife, Shante Broadus.
Medical Challenges and Personal Resilience
Cori has previously spoken about her own complex medical history, including being diagnosed with lupus at the age of six and suffering a stroke in early 2024. During her pregnancy, she later revealed that she developed HELLP syndrome, a serious condition characterized by haemolysis, elevated liver enzymes, and low platelets. This led to an emergency C-section and significantly contributed to the high-risk nature of the birth.
Remembering a "Sweet Little Firecracker"
Despite the numerous medical challenges, Cori often spoke warmly about her daughter's emerging personality during her hospital stay. When Codi was six months old, she told Us Weekly, "Codi just has so much character. The doctors and nurses always tell me: 'Your baby got her mind. She's smart. She's alert. She knows what's going on. She can hear. She can see. Yeah, the circumstances are not what you thought they would be, but it could be worse.' That girl is just a sweet little firecracker."
In the months following Codi's birth, Cori continued to share updates, particularly during NICU Awareness Month, documenting the milestones, setbacks, and small victories associated with caring for an extremely premature baby. The family has not disclosed further details regarding the specific cause of Codi Dreaux's untimely death.
