Snoop Dogg’s security team allegedly clashed with Dutch speed skating legend Marianne Timmer during the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics, turning a lighthearted celebrity appearance into an unexpected controversy at the Milano Speed Skating Stadium.
The incident occurred on Wednesday, February 12, following the men’s 1,000-meter speed skating event. Timmer, a three-time Olympic gold medalist (including stunning double golds in 1998) now working as a media commentator for Dutch outlet Sportnieuws, was waiting in a hallway to interview athletes when Snoop Dogg and his entourage passed through after the race.
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According to Timmer’s account to Sportnieuws, she was standing against a wall in the wide corridor—about four meters across—when one of Snoop’s security guards pushed her closer to it. “I said, ‘Just act normal,’” she recounted. “But then the guy came back, and I said, ‘What? Do I have to go through that wall or something?’ He totally lost it. Then I said something mean back too. I’m not here waiting for Snoop Dogg.”
Timmer described feeling intimidated, even picturing herself being “grabbed by the neck” and thrown out, similar to how she observed a Dutch fan being roughly escorted from the stands by large security personnel. She emphasized the hallway’s ample space and insisted she wasn’t blocking anyone or acting as a fan seeking the rapper.
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Snoop Dogg, serving as an honorary coach for Team USA and a special correspondent for NBC, has been a viral sensation at the Games with his playful antics—from riding the Zamboni to tossing stones in curling and posing in patriotic gear. His fun-loving presence has boosted the Olympic vibe, but this alleged overzealous protection has drawn criticism.
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No official statement has come from Snoop Dogg’s camp or Olympic organizers regarding the confrontation, and representatives have not commented publicly. Timmer, 51, highlighted the irony of the rapper’s “good vibes” image clashing with his team’s behavior, noting she felt disrespected despite her status as an Olympic icon.
The Milano Speed Skating Stadium, hosting events in the Italian fashion capital, has seen packed crowds and high energy throughout the Games. This hallway scuffle adds a quirky, off-ice footnote to Snoop’s Olympic adventure, reminding fans that even celebrity cameos can spark tension in high-security environments.
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As the Winter Olympics continue through February 22, the focus remains on the ice, but this incident has sparked online debate about security protocols and celebrity access at major events. Timmer’s story underscores the challenges of navigating crowded venues amid star power and athlete interviews.
