Snoop (The Wire)

Officially known as Snoop (The Wire), Felicia Pearson is an actress, author and rapper.  She is popularly known for portraying Felicia “Snoop” Pearson on the award-winning television series by the name The Wire. It is no secret that she had quite a tough childhood. That’s what a memoir she released in 2007, Grace After Midnight talks about, as well. It also talks about her jail-term for a crime of second-degree murder. Away from that, she has appeared in several TV series, films, music videos and reality series.

Well, how well do you know about Snoop (The Wire)? If not much, we have compiled all you need to know about Snoop (The Wire)’s net worth in 2021, her age, height, weight, boyfriend, husband, kids, biography and complete details about her life. Well, if you’re all set, here is what we know about Snoop (The Wire) to date.

Biography and Early Life

Snoop (The Wire) was born in 1980 on 18^th May as Felicia Pearson. Her place of birth was Baltimore, Maryland, U. S. Even at the time when she was coming into this world; circumstances were unfavorable. For instance, she was born prematurely.  Her weight was three pounds, and her chances of surviving were quite slim. As a result of baby Fecilia’s small size, she couldn’t feed naturally, needing to use an eyedropper for the same. Fortunately, she survived.

Her mother’s name Loretta Chase whereas that of her father remains a mystery. Both of them were drug addicts, and her father also has an illegal job. After all, the man was an armed robber. Despite growing up in an East Baltimore foster care, she got to see her biological parents several times.

She was only 15 when she got to taste freedom. That’s because she shot a girl, Okia Toomer, and the conviction was second-degree murder. Consequently, she had to serve two terms consecutively, and each of then was eight years long. She did her jail term at the Maryland Correctional Institution for Women in Jessup, Maryland. She got her freedom back after almost seven years, 6 and a half years to be precise.

Pearson is not the surname of her biological parents but rather the adoptive once. Levi Pearson and Cora Pearson were her foster parents for a while. They were full of kindness and always made her feel like she was her biological daughter. Eventually, they chose to not only adopt her but also give her their name. However, with so much darkness surrounding her, not even the love was enough to lighten her ways. She still became a criminal and a drug dealer.

Age, Height, Weight & Body Measurement

So, how old is Snoop (The Wire) in 2021 and what is her height and weight? Well, Snoop (The Wire)’s age is 41 years old as of today’s date 2nd August 2021 having been born on 18 May 1980. Though, she is 5′ 4″ in feet and inches and 162 cm in Centimetres tall, she weighs about 154 lbs in Pound and 70kg in Kilograms. Her eye color is Brown and hair color is Black.

Education

There is relatively little about the education of Snoop (The Wire). However, she once attended the Baltimore School of the Arts.

Personal Life: Dating, Boyfriends, Husband, Kids

The first-ever relationship that Snoop (The Wire) had was courtesy of his uncle. Upon realizing that she was a lesbian, she took the initiative of assisting her come out. Since he had a lesbian friend, he introduced the two to each other. There are high chances that she was in relationships with other girls after that. However, it is her relationship with J. Adrienne that received much attention and recognition.

They met when casting Love & Hip Hop. For Adrienne, being with Felicia Pearson must have been a matter of life and then. How then would you explain leaving behind one’s son to be with a lover? In 2017, Pearson decided to end the relationship for feeling unworthy of the love and sacrifices. Adrienne went back to her previous family, husband and son.

Is Snoop (The Wire) Lesbian?

The sexual orientation of Snoop (The Wire) is lesbian. By the time she was only 12, she already knew that she loved being with women more than men. Her uncle was quite supportive during her coming out. He was kind enough to set her up with his friend, who was also a lesbian. She has dated several girls including J. Adrienne.

Professional Career

Even before she was 18, she was already working as a drug dealer. That did not end well because she committed murder and served a jail sentence at the Maryland Correctional Institution for Women in Jessup, Maryland. Life took a lousy twist for her after turning 18.

That’s when his father figure Arnold Loney, succumbed to his death due to a gunshot. He had shown her enough kindness by sending her money when she was in jail. It is also the drug dealer who gave her the name Snoop. After leaving prison, she got a job of fabricating car bumpers but only briefly due to her criminal record.

Michael K. Williams is the actor who introduced her to acting and playing a massive role in her getting the Snoop (The Wire) role. Other parts were in Love & Hip Hop: New York, Blue Bloods, Chi-Raq and Da Sweet Blood of Jesus. She has appeared in music videos of De, Boyz by Lil’ Mo. Here I Am & The Boss by Rick Ross, Cash Flow by Ace Hood, Shabba by A$AP Ferg and So Many Pros by Snoop Dog.

Awards

Probably because of being in jail for the better part of her life, Snoop (The Wire), is yet to receive an award. However, the TV series that she appears in has won a prize. Nevertheless, one can say that she is trying her best to live a better life now. That’s an excellent achievement for an ex-convict, former drug dealer and probably someone who have used drugs.

Net Worth, Salary & Earnings of Snoop (The Wire) in 2021

As of 2021, Snoop (The Wire) net worth is approximately $100 thousand. Her source of income is making appearances in reality series, films and TV series. She also appears on music videos which also earns her money, before joining showbiz, she did odd jobs. That and the fact that she has spent most of her life in jail explains the net worth. However, since she has chosen to lead a better life, there are high chances to increase with time.

Some Interesting Facts You Need To Know

• She got the name Snoop even before the likes of Snoop Dogg existed
• Despite her past, she is philanthropic
• She has been in jail twice

Snoop (The Wire) has defied all odds to be who she is now. She is a great actress, author and rapper. That’s despite her family background and her childhood. She has also been in jail, but she wants to change her narrative. Her wish is for people to remember her more for her acting instead of her convictions.