Even though rumors of an apology have circulated online, Snoop Dogg has not issued an apology for his recent comments perceived as homophobic.
A representative for the rapper confirmed to The Hollywood Reporter that the statements being shared are not genuine.
Last month, Snoop Dogg faced backlash after sharing concerns regarding Pixar’s Lightyear during a podcast appearance. While discussing the film, he described feeling uncomfortable when his grandson questioned him about a same-sex couple with a child depicted in the movie.
Snoop Dogg admitted he was “caught off guard” by the situation and did not have an immediate answer for his grandson.
Shortly after the controversy emerged, an Instagram comment attributed to Snoop’s verified account appeared to address the backlash. The message expressed surprise at the situation, acknowledged his gay friends’ support, and apologized for not having better answers for his six-year-old grandson.
The comment included a request to be educated, stating, “Teach me how to learn I’m not perfect.”
However, representatives for Snoop Dogg have clarified that he did not write this comment.
One spokesperson described the statement circulating online as “fake.”