Tragedy After Hope: The Loss of Baby Codi
Cori Broadus — the 26-year-old daughter of legendary rapper Snoop Dogg — recently shared devastating news with her followers on social media: her infant daughter, Codi Dreaux, has died at just 10 months old. The announcement came in a deeply personal Instagram Story that conveyed profound pain and love. In a black-and-white photo of herself smiling while cradling her baby, Cori wrote, “Monday, I lost the love of my life. My Codi,” alongside an angel wing emoji that underscored the depth of her grief.
The loss came after a long, emotionally taxing journey — one marked by hope, fear, resilience, and unimaginable heartbreak.
A Fragile Beginning: Premature Birth and a Long NICU Stay
Codi was born extremely premature at 25 weeks gestation in February 2025 — about three months earlier than a typical full-term pregnancy. Cori had faced severe complications during pregnancy, including HELLP syndrome, a rare and dangerous condition characterized by the breakdown of red blood cells, elevated liver enzymes, and low platelet count. Doctors delivered Codi via emergency C-section to protect both mother and child.
From the earliest days of her life, Codi faced significant medical challenges. She spent almost her entire life in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU), where she fought to grow stronger under round-the-clock care. Cori documented much of this experience on social media, openly sharing both small victories and crushing setbacks — painting a vivid picture of what it means to be a mother in the NICU.
Despite the uncertainty and emotional strain, Cori frequently expressed gratitude for every moment with her daughter. In early January 2026, she posted a joyful update announcing that Codi had finally come home after 10 long months in the hospital. “She’s home,” she wrote alongside a tender image of the two of them snuggled in bed. “Thank you for every prayer, every message, every ounce of love. God heard them all.”
For the Broadus family and their supporters, that news brought an overwhelming sense of hope and relief.
The Sudden Loss: A Tender and Heartbreaking Announcement
Tragically, the celebration of Codi’s homecoming was short-lived. Just 20 days after she arrived home, Codi passed away on January 26, 2026. Cori publicly revealed the news on January 31, capturing the shock and grief of this sudden loss.
In her Instagram Story posts, Cori did more than share facts — she invited followers into her emotional landscape, expressing thoughts that many parents who have suffered loss know all too well:
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She posted images of moments from Codi’s NICU journey, including tender snapshots of holding her daughter through the long months of medical care.
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In one poignant caption, she wrote: “Waiting for someone to tell me to wake up and this is just a bad dream,” capturing the surreal disbelief that often accompanies such immeasurable loss.
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In another, she shared a black-and-white photo of herself lying beside Codi, overlaying the image with the heartbreaking words: “You were supposed to bury me… not me bury you Codi.”
A few days later, marking one week since the loss, Cori shared yet another intimate moment to convey how deeply she was hurting. Posting a photo of Codi’s tiny legs from when she was alive, she wrote simply: “Today makes one week without you, girl. I miss you bad.”
These messages were not just tributes — they were raw, unfiltered reflections of a grieving mother who was trying to navigate one of life’s most painful experiences in real time.
Support from Family and the Public
Following Cori’s announcement, the outpouring of support was significant but deeply personal, especially from her fiancé and family.
Fiancé’s Tribute
Codi’s father, Wayne Deuce, shared his grief through Instagram Stories as well. He posted an image of himself holding Codi with a heartfelt message that spoke to his profound sorrow:
“I’ve been the saddest since you left me Codi Dreaux. But I know you’re at peace. Daddy will always love you.”
Snoop Dogg’s Quiet Support
Cori’s father, Snoop Dogg, also offered his love and solidarity — not through lengthy statements, but through a simple and heartfelt visual message. He posted a family photo featuring himself with Cori and her brothers, adding only emojis of a sparkling heart and prayer hands. The simplicity of the tribute spoke volumes: a father standing with his daughter during unimaginable grief.
Cori’s brother Cordell Broadus also shared messages of support, reposting family photos and writing: “Lil sis, we got you forever,” reinforcing the close-knit bond within the family during this painful time.
Public Reaction and Broader Reflection
The public reaction was a mix of sorrow, condolence, and empathy. Fans, followers, and other public figures responded with prayers, stories of support, and shared grief across social platforms. Many commented on the courage it took for Cori to lay bare her emotions so openly, particularly in a culture where public figures often compartmentalize personal pain.
The reaction also highlighted broader conversations about grief, mental health, and the realities of neonatal care and premature birth. Codi’s journey — from the high-stakes world of extremely premature birth and extended NICU stays to a joyful homecoming, and then to a sudden passing — underscored how fragile life can be, and how even moments of hope can be followed by profound heartbreak.
For many parents and families who’ve faced similar tragedies, Cori’s messages resonated deeply — not just as celebrity news, but as a real expression of loss that many people could recognize from their own lives.
A Story of Love, Loss, and Unbearable Pain
In sharing her pain, Cori Broadus has shown a vulnerability that transcends celebrity. Her messages are not just public posts — they are reflections of a mother’s love, her grief, and the process of trying to make sense of a loss that should never have been. Through her photos and words, followers have witnessed a raw and unfiltered journey through one of life’s most heartbreaking experiences.
Her story reminds us that grief does not happen quietly or on a schedule. It strikes deep, confuses, and lingers — and the only “right” way to express it is honestly. In the weeks since Codi’s passing, Cori’s posts have offered glimpses into the depths of her sorrow — from disbelief and longing to an aching acknowledgment of life forever changed by love lost.
Codi Dreaux may have lived only a fraction of a year, but through her mother’s words and images, she leaves a profound imprint — both on her family and on all those who have watched Cori’s journey with love and empathy.
