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Scarlett O'Toole

Snoop Dogg desperate for Coronation Street cameo and says he 'loves the storylines'

Snoop Dogg and Coronation Street could be set for an unlikely collaboration as the hip hop legend is determined to make an appearance on the ITV show.

The 51-year-old rapper has praised the popular UK soap for its "realistic storylines" and said he could see himself taking part in whatever way bosses need.

Snoop Dogg, real name Calvin Cordozar Broadus Jr., begged producers for a role as he urged them to make it happen.

"Coronation Street, I love it. If they call me I'll do it. I'll play whenever they need. I love the cinematography, acting, the storylines and just the reality," he said in a new interview.

Snoop Dogg is a big fan of the show (Getty Images)
He said he'll play whatever character bosses need (Getty Images)

"I'd like to be part of it because they've been part of my culture," he told The Sun.

The Ain't No Fun hitmaker also said he feels a special connection to the UK after the late Queen gave him permission to travel to Britain when he faced a tour ban after being accused of murder in the mid 90s.

He said he was given permission to travel because the Queen's grandchildren, Prince William and Prince Harry, were fans.

In the interview, he said he would love to be given the chance to perform at King Charles' Coronation in May.

Snoop Dogg could be pulling pints at the Rovers Return (ITV/REX/Shutterstock)

He insisted: "I'm down to perform at the coronation. Make it happen."

His performance offer comes after a string of stars including Sir Elton John, Adele and Harry Styles have reportedly turned down the opportunity to perform at the Coronation due to their busy schedules.

Snoop Dogg touched down in Scotland last week and was surprised with a bagpipe version of his hit song Still D.R.E.

The Hip Hop legend was in Glasgow to perform at the city’s Hydro arena on the European leg of his I Wanna Thank Me tour.

As he stepped off the plane he was greeted by piper Ross Ainslie playing his 1999 hit.

Showing his appreciation for the unique tribute, Snoop Dogg danced on the tarmac before giving Ross a big smile and thumbs up.

Posting the clip on Instagram, he wrote: "Just touched down in Scotland."

Fans and famous pals of the US rapper loved the new version of his hit track and were quick to comment underneath.

Rita Ora branded it "iconic", while Sex Education star Ncuti Gatwa wrote: "No. Way!"

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