The highly anticipated Snoop Dogg’s New Year’s Eve special, which was slated to air live on NBC and Peacock, has been canceled. The iconic rapper announced the decision, citing a scheduling conflict as he prepares to reprise his universally lauded role as a special correspondent for the upcoming 2026 Winter Olympics. The cancellation leaves NBC without a live broadcast to ring in the New Year.
Snoop Dogg explained the move in a statement, saying, “Sometimes the calendar gets in the way of the celebration, which is why my NBC family and I decided this winter was time for us all to focus on the Olympics.” He went on to promise fans a bigger party later in 2026. The Snoop Dogg NYE Canceled Olympics shift underscores the high priority placed on his contribution to the Winter Games coverage, a role he earned after his charismatic commentary became a breakout hit during the Paris 2024 Summer Olympics.
The rapper is now set to join NBC Olympics host Mike Tirico for the Milan Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics, which kick off on February 6, 2026. Nicknamed the “Ambassador of Happiness,” Snoop will bring his unique perspective to the Dolomites, mingling with athletes and providing his signature “Snoop’s Greatest Hits” segments to the primetime audience. Executive Producer Molly Solomon noted that they can’t wait to see “how the kid from Long Beach handles the snow and ice of Italy.”
While the cancellation is a disappointing turn for those hoping for a Miami-based celebration, the Snoop Dogg NYE Canceled Olympics decision aligns his schedule with his new primary function at NBCUniversal. The network is yet to announce what will replace the planned live broadcast on December 31, but the focus remains squarely on maximizing the rapper’s charisma for the international winter event.
