The rapper apologized for his remarks and added that he was caught off guard by his grandson’s questions.
Snoop Dogg has responded to backlash over comments he made about LGBTQ+ representation in Pixar’s Lightyear, following a story he shared on the It’s Giving.podcast about watching the film with his grandson.Why It Matters
Lightyear, which was released in 2022, is a spinoff of the Toy Story franchise and was criticized by conservatives following its release. In the animated movie, a same-sex couple raises a child together, and at one point, share a kiss.
The rapper’s remarks sparked criticism for appearing dismissive of queer representation in children’s media. The incident highlights ongoing cultural tensions around LGBTQ+ visibility in family entertainment and the challenges some public figures face when navigating generational conversations about identity and inclusion.What To Know
After the podcast aired, social media users accused Snoop of homophobia, prompting him to clarify his stance. In a recent Instagram comment on Hollywood Unlocked’s page, he wrote: «My bad. I was just caught off guard and had no answer for my grandsons», he wrote. «All my gay friends [know] what’s up, they been calling me with love. My bad for not knowing the answers for a 6 yr old. Teach me how to learn. I’m not perfect.»
The film features a brief scene in which Alisha Hawthorne, a central character, shares a kiss with her wife and is later shown raising a child.
