Snoop Dogg Biopic Casts Tupac; Veteran Publicist Leonard Morpurgo Dies at 93

The upcoming Universal biopic on the life of Snoop Dogg has found its Tupac Shakur, with actor Camron Jones set to portray the iconic rapper. The film, directed by Craig Brewer, will also feature Snoop Dogg and "8 Mile" producer Brian Grazer as producers. This casting adds another significant figure to the biographical film's ensemble.

In other industry news, Leonard Morpurgo, a distinguished international film publicist with a career spanning decades at major studios like Universal and Columbia Pictures, as well as the renowned agency Rogers & Cowan, has passed away at the age of 93. Morpurgo died on August 12th due to cancer. His extensive experience in public relations leaves a notable legacy within the film industry.