Snoop Dogg Drops a Bold Line at the 2026 Golden Globes — Here's Why It Got Censored

The rap icon wasn't the only star who got censored during the prestigious affair, as a beloved actress who won an award shared the same fate during one part of her acceptance speech.

On January 11, 2026, Hollywood stars stepped out dressed to impress at the 83rd Annual Golden Globe Awards in Beverly Hills. Aside from the stellar, eye-catching looks, certain A-listers caught the public's attention for what they had to say onstage.

Among those was rap mogul Snoop Dogg, who presented an award in a quintessential way only he could pull off.

Dressed in a sharply tailored black double-breasted suit with bold red detailing that cut diagonally across his chest and pants, Snoop Dogg brought his signature swagger to the Golden Globes stage.

The rapper completed the look with dark shades, a silk shirt, and polished loafers — embodying the effortless cool vibe he's known for. His entrance was met with cheers as his iconic 2004 hit, "Drop It Like It's Hot," played overhead, instantly energizing the star-studded audience.

Once at the mic, the 54-year-old wasted no time setting the tone. "Stop the music!" he commanded with a smile, raising his arms to quiet the room.

"I need y'all to loosen up a little bit. This is the double-G's, the double-G's, it's the Golden Globes, and you're with the D-O-double-G," he continued, urging the crowd to embrace the moment. "So, make sure you enjoy yourself, don't be no stiff [sic] biff! Move around a little bit!"

But while his laid-back charm got plenty of laughs, one moment in particular drew some unexpected attention.

During his introduction to the newly minted Best Podcast category — a first in the awards show's history — Snoop Dogg reflected on his own role in audio entertainment, joking, "Before podcasts, I was what y'all would listen to driving around in your cars. To you podcasters, you better hope I don't get in that game."

After a video montage highlighting the nominees played, the rapper continued his bit with a moment that quickly lit up social media.

"Shout-out to the Golden Globes for putting the podcast category in this awards show. And shout-out to all of the podcasters. You all are winners, but the real winner..." he said, before launching into a censored aside that viewers at home originally never heard.

In the original broadcast, the audio cut out abruptly…but according to Entertainment Weekly, those in the room caught every word. "I'm high as a [expletive] right now," Snoop Dogg reportedly stated, drawing loud laughter from the audience. "Y'all had me here too damn long!"

Still, the star kept things moving, announcing Amy Poehler's "Good Hang" podcast as the inaugural winner. Poehler, whose project beat out heavy-hitters like "SmartLess," co-hosted by her ex-husband Will Arnett, took the stage smiling.

"Wow, this is exactly how I pictured it: Snoop giving me the award," she said playfully. "Thank you so much!"

Though the official Golden Globes YouTube account later uploaded a trimmed version of his speech that excluded the profanity entirely, it didn't take long for the censored moment to make waves online.

As clips of Snoop Dogg's appearance circulated on social media, so did divided reactions from viewers who either applauded his carefree humor or criticized his choice of words on a live stage. The rapper's uncensored personality, while iconic to some, stirred debate across social platforms.

Some netizens didn't hold back in expressing their disapproval. One remarked, "He needs to start acting his age." Echoing that sentiment, another wrote, "Embarrassing 😢 Time to grow up!"

However, many others came to his defense, celebrating the rapper's authenticity and comedic timing. "Unfiltered legend 😂🔥" gushed one supporter. "Hilarious!" exclaimed another.

Applauding his realness, someone else shared, "Love how authentic he is at all times 🤣🤣." "His [sic] a legend we can't deny that 🙌🏾," praised a fellow admirer.

Others saw the censorship itself as unnecessary. "That's like censoring Bob Ross for painting happy little trees," commented one viewer. Another joked about the star's long-standing reputation for unpredictability, "They literally let him do what he wants🤣."

But Snoop Dogg wasn't the only A-lister whose words were clipped during the broadcast. At another point in the evening, Teyana Taylor became the first celebrity of the night — and of the entire ceremony — to have part of her speech censored live on air.

Taylor, 35, made history at the 2026 Golden Globes by winning the night's very first award: Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role in any Motion Picture, for her emotional portrayal of Perfidia Beverly Hills in "One Battle After Another."

Overcome with emotion, Taylor took the stage in tears as she clutched the golden statuette, flanked by applause from her fellow nominees, including Emily Blunt, Ariana Grande, and Elle Fanning.

Although most of her heartfelt speech made it to air — including touching messages to her children, director Paul Thomas Anderson, and her co-stars — one moment didn't. As Taylor adjusted the trophy in her arms mid-speech, her audio was suddenly cut.

"Oh my God, this [expletive] is heavy," she said, referencing the award's weight. Still, the energy of her message was undimmed.

Taylor closed her remarks with a powerful nod to representation, stating, "To my brown sisters and little brown girls watching tonight, our softness is not a liability. Our depth is not too much. Our light does not need permission to shine."

While the night wasn't without its unfiltered moments and live-TV surprises, it was also filled with heartwarming interactions and glamorous snapshots that reminded viewers why the Golden Globes remain one of Hollywood's most beloved traditions.

From lighthearted exchanges at candlelit tables to tender embraces, the stars didn't just shine on stage — they shared some truly unforgettable moments behind the scenes, too.

Below, take a look at some of the most candid and captivating scenes from the evening:

Captivating Moments from the 2026 Golden Globes: