Cori Broadus is honoring her late daughter with a heartfelt tribute, marking what would have been a major milestone.
On Tuesday, March 24, the 26-year-old — and daughter of rap icon of two-time “Voice” coach Snoop Dogg — shared an emotional video on Instagram documenting how she and her loved ones celebrated her daughter Codi’s first birthday, months after her tragic passing.
The Touching Video
The video offered a deeply personal look into the day, showing Broadus releasing pink balloons at Codi’s burial site before gathering with family and friends for a celebration on a boat.
The tribute blended grief with love, as those closest to her came together to remember the infant’s short but meaningful life.
“Codi’s 1st Cday Recap🎀 forever my baby!!” Broadus wrote in the caption, underscoring the enduring bond she feels with her daughter.
Codi, whose full name has been shared as Codi Dreaux, died in January after an extended stay in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU).
Broadus first revealed the heartbreaking news on January 31 through her Instagram Stories, posting a black-and-white photo of herself holding her baby.
“Monday I lost the love of my life. My Codi,” she wrote at the time, alongside an angel wing emoji.
Broadus Has Been Open With Her Grief
In the days that followed, Broadus continued to share her grief openly.
In one post, she wrote, “waiting for someone to tell me to wake up and this is just a bad dream,” capturing the shock and disbelief that often follows such a devastating loss.
Another message reflected the depth of her heartbreak and the reversal of what she believed life should look like: “You were supposed to bury me… not me bury you Codi.”
The posts offered a raw glimpse into her mourning process as she navigated life after losing her 10-month-old daughter, who had spent much of her life receiving care in the NICU.
Following the announcement, Snoop Dogg showed support for his daughter in a quiet but meaningful way.
The rapper shared a family photo on Instagram, accompanied by a sparkling heart and prayer hands emojis — a subtle gesture signaling love and solidarity during an unimaginable time.
While the pain of the loss remains, Broadus’ birthday tribute highlights her commitment to keeping Codi’s memory alive. From releasing balloons to gathering on the water, the day served as both a remembrance and a celebration — a way to honor a life that, though brief, left a lasting impact.
