Washington DC, June 10 -- Famous rapper Snoop Dogg accepted an Ultimate Icon honour at the 2025 BET Awards. It celebrates "decades of groundbreaking contributions to music, entertainment, advocacy, and community impact," as per the press release, reported People.

Snoop received the honour alongside Mariah Carey, Jamie Foxx and Kirk Franklin.

Rapper and record producer Dr. Dre introduced his "longtime collaborator and friend" and called him "one of the most prolific artists in hip-hop." He praised Snoop's work in TV and film and said he's "one of the greatest pitchmen ever of all time," according to People.

"Every time I turn on the TV, I see Snoop trying to sell something," Dr. Dre added.

"He's a special individual, and I recognize th...