Snoop Dogg’s Brother, Bing Worthington, Passes Away at 44
Snoop Dogg Shares Heartfelt Tributes
Snoop Dogg, renowned rapper and musician, took to social media on Friday to announce the heartbreaking news of his brother’s passing. Bing Worthington, aged 44, was lovingly remembered in a series of emotional posts dedicated to his memory.
The rapper captioned one of the posts, a heartfelt video featuring himself and Bing chatting with friends in a cemetery, “@badabing33 always made us laugh. u bac with moms,” he wrote, accompanying his message with hearts, prayer hands, and a single tear emoji. Among the other posts, Snoop Dogg also shared a touching photo of Bing with a cake, a gesture meant for their late mother, Beverly Tate, who passed away earlier this year.
Bing Worthington’s Versatile Career
Bing Worthington, best known as Snoop Dogg’s younger brother, played various integral roles in supporting his famous sibling’s endeavors over the years. From selling Snoop-branded skateboards to managing Snoop’s tours, Bing was always by his side, helping to shape his brother’s successful career.
In addition to his contributions to Snoop Dogg’s life and brand, Bing Worthington launched his own venture by merging Dogg Records with the eminent Canadian label, Urban Heat Legends. Although he dabbled as a rapper by releasing an album with the group Lifestyle in 2003, Bing eventually found his passion behind the scenes, collaborating closely with Snoop on a multitude of projects.
In a 2016 interview with Vice, Bing revealed his love for connecting with people and discussing business opportunities, noting that it made him feel like a whole new person. He reflected on his varied roles throughout his career and credited Snoop Dogg for being a tremendous influence on his growth as an entrepreneur. Bing acknowledged that he reached the top through hard work and dedication, emphasizing that even though he was Snoop Dogg’s brother, he never expected to be handed a top-ranked position without earning it.
“You can’t just become a president without knowing anything about being the president. You have to learn,” Bing stated, grateful for the opportunities he had and the lessons he learned along the way.
