The Most Famous Marijuana Smoker, Ranked

Voting rules: Choose the marijuana smoker you think is the most famous!

Updated on May 8, 2024 07:11

The cultural landscape is often shaped by iconic figures, some of whom are known for their use of marijuana. Highlighting these individuals can provide insights into how cannabis has influenced various aspects of culture and society. By ranking them, we gain a clearer understanding of their impact and how public perceptions have shifted over time. This list serves as a dynamic reflection of opinions from around the world, offering a real-time glimpse into which marijuana enthusiasts are currently capturing the public's imagination. Your votes help to continuously shape and adjust the rankings, ensuring they remain an accurate mirror of collective sentiment.

Who Is the Most Famous Marijuana Smoker?

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Snoop Dogg

With a well-known love for marijuana, Snoop Dogg has been openly smoking and advocating for its legalization for years. He even has his own line of cannabis products called "Leafs by Snoop."
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Willie Nelson

Willie Nelson

The country music legend has been a vocal advocate for marijuana legalization for decades and has been known to smoke on stage during performances.
The Willie Nelson version of 'Hallelujah' is a renowned rendition of the iconic song originally written by Leonard Cohen. Willie Nelson, a legendary American country music singer-songwriter and guitarist, gave his unique interpretation of this timeless classic.

Year of Release: 1984

Genre: Country

Album: Various Artists - 'Various Positions' (Leonard Cohen tribute album)

Length: 4:59

Chart Performance: The song did not receive significant chart success but became a fan-favorite and a classic within Willie Nelson's discography.
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Bob Marley

The reggae icon was a devout Rastafarian, which includes the use of marijuana as a sacrament. Marley's music often reflected his beliefs and love for the plant.
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- Position 1 of 10 in Most famous Marley
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Cheech Marin

As one half of the comedy duo Cheech and Chong, Marin has made a career out of his love for marijuana and stoner culture.
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Tommy Chong

The other half of Cheech and Chong, Chong has also been a vocal advocate for marijuana legalization and has even served time in prison for selling bongs.
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Rihanna

The singer has been open about her love for marijuana and has been photographed smoking it numerous times.
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Seth Rogen

The actor and comedian has made no secret of his love for marijuana and has even incorporated it into his films, such as "Pineapple Express."
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- Position 2 of 10 in Most famous person in New Brunswick
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Miley Cyrus

The singer has been seen smoking marijuana on multiple occasions and has even referenced it in her music.
Miley Cyrus is an American singer, songwriter, and actress. She gained prominence for her role as a child star in the television series Hannah Montana before transitioning into a more mature image and musical style in the early 2010s.

Birth Name: Destiny Hope Cyrus

Changed Name: Miley Ray Cyrus

Profession: Singer, Songwriter, Actress

Date of Birth: November 23, 1992

Place of Birth: Franklin, Tennessee, United States
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Matthew McConaughey

The actor has been known to enjoy a joint or two and has even been arrested for possession of marijuana in the past.
Matthew McConaughey in other rankings
- Position 2 of 10 in Most famous celebrity in Texas
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Bill Maher

As the host of "Real Time with Bill Maher," the comedian and political commentator has often discussed his support for marijuana legalization and his personal use of the drug.
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This is a community-based ranking of the most famous marijuana smoker. We do our best to provide fair voting, but it is not intended to be exhaustive. So if you notice something or smoker is missing, feel free to help improve the ranking!

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A participant may cast an up or down vote for each smoker once every 24 hours. The rank of each smoker is then calculated from the weighted sum of all up and down votes.

More information on most famous marijuana smoker

Marijuana has been a controversial topic for decades, with many people divided on its use and legalization. However, there have been several famous individuals throughout history who have openly admitted to smoking marijuana. From musicians to actors and even politicians, marijuana has been a part of their lifestyles and careers. Some of the most well-known names include Bob Marley, Snoop Dogg, Willie Nelson, and Cheech and Chong. While their use of the substance may have been a source of controversy, they have also been praised for their contributions to the music and entertainment industries. Today, the attitudes towards marijuana are slowly changing, with more states legalizing its use for both medicinal and recreational purposes. It remains to be seen whether more high-profile individuals will come forward and admit to using marijuana, but it is clear that the substance has had a significant impact on the lives of many famous figures throughout history.