SwayvoTwain, son of D'Angelo and Angie Stone, has been cast as Biggie in Universal's upcoming Snoop Dogg biopic, set for release in 2027.
In a significant casting announcement, Universal has confirmed that SwayvoTwain, the son of music legends D'Angelo and Angie Stone, will portray the Notorious B.I.G. in the upcoming biopic titled Snoop, which is scheduled for theatrical release on August 6, 2027. This news was reported by Variety on September 8, 2026.
Alongside SwayvoTwain, the film has also cast Bentley Green as RBX and G Perico as Big Reecie Cup. The film's lead, Jonathan Daviss, will portray Snoop Dogg. This ensemble adds depth and authenticity to a project that has piqued interest due to its focus on the dynamics of friendship and rivalry in hip-hop.
SwayvoTwain, whose real name is Michael D'Angelo Archer II, is not only an actor but also a recording artist, showcasing talents in songwriting and performance. He has previously appeared in projects like Family Legacy and Love & Neo-Soul: Honoring the Legacy of D'Angelo. His casting as Biggie will mark his first significant film role, positioning him to build a career in both music and acting, in line with his parents' legacies.
The film is described as a definitive biopic of Snoop Dogg, an influential figure in the entertainment industry. The Notorious B.I.G. was a pioneer in East Coast gangsta rap, known for his impactful contributions to the genre until his untimely death in 1997. Though Biggie hailed from New York and Snoop from California, both rappers maintained a mutual admiration that is projected to be central to the film’s narrative.
RBX, an important figure in Snoop’s career who signed with Death Row Records, and Big Reecie Cup, known for his ties to Snoop's early days in Long Beach, will further enrich the storytelling.
The film is directed by Craig Brewer, known for acclaimed works such as Hustle and Flow and Song Sung Blue. Production is in collaboration with Snoop Dogg's Death Row Pictures and Imagine Entertainment's Brian Grazer. This collaboration emphasizes the project's potential to resonate deeply with audiences, capturing the cultural zeitgeist of the '90s hip-hop scene.
Both SwayvoTwain and his fellow cast members bring youthful energy and diverse backgrounds, which could attract a younger audience while also appealing to longtime fans of hip-hop culture.
With a script developed by Joe Robert Cole, who is associated with Black Panther and Wakanda Forever, the screenplay is set to weave personal stories alongside the broader narrative of a pivotal era in music history.
The casting of SwayvoTwain as Biggie indicates a deliberate choice by the filmmakers to honor the legacy of key figures in hip-hop history while also introducing a new generation of talent. As production progresses, fans of both Snoop Dogg and Biggie can anticipate a portrayal that highlights their complex relationship and influences in the industry. The film's release in 2027 is poised to attract considerable attention, aligning with the ongoing interest in biographical narratives rooted in music culture.
For more updates on the Snoop Dogg biopic, stay tuned as the project continues to develop ahead of its upcoming release.
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