US EditionHow Smith Earned Geelong’s Respect; Dillon Stands by Snoop; Voss Says No-Go for Curnow Trade
AFL chief executive Andrew Dillon defends the choice of Snoop Dogg despite widespread criticism and expresses confidence in the entertainment for the grand final.
- AFL chief executive Andrew Dillon defended American rapper Snoop Dogg's engagement for the AFL Grand Final on the last Saturday in September, saying `he'll do a great job` and noting his performances to audiences of more than 100 million.
- Last week Snoop Dogg recounted being `scared to go to the movies` after seeing a same-sex family scene in Lightyear, while pressure mounted following Adelaide star Izak Rankine's four match ban for a homophobic slur.
- The booking drew extra attention after reports the fee was an alleged $2m pay cheque, critics cited Snoop Dogg's past record and lyrics, and radio hosts Nikki Osborne and others fueled rumours of Eminem as a potential replacement this year.
- For now, the AFL has not publicly confirmed Snoop Dogg's appearance on Saturday September 27, and Andrew Dillon declined to say whether there will be extra crowd security.
- At the finals launch at Adelaide Oval, Dillon said the AFL finals series opens Thursday night when the Adelaide Crows host Collingwood, while speculation about surprise replacements adds buzz but insiders deem a last-minute arena show unlikely.
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How Smith earned Geelong’s respect; Dillon stands by Snoop; Voss says no-go for Curnow trade
There’s one telltale sign Geelong players have learnt to look for from Bailey Smith. The AFL boss responds to speculation about the grand final entertainer. And Carlton’s coach says rivals needn’t bother asking about Charlie Curnow.
·Northbridge, Australia
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The Canberra TimesAFL boss unmoved by Snoop Dogg grand final blow back
As the AFL greats are announced to present premiership medallions, the grand final entertainment remains a talking point.
·Warrnambool, Australia
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