Shaquille O’Neal, a.k.a Big Diesel, is a man of many titles, NBA Champion, business mogul, DJ, and TV personality. But there is one thing he truly excels at, which is keeping people entertained. It does not matter if he is dropping hilarious one-liners on Inside the NBA or doing the most unexpected antics, Shaq knows how to steal the show.
Just when you think Shaq has run out of ways to surprise us, his daughter, Taahirah O’Neal, proves otherwise. It was not about basketball, business, or even music. This time, Shaq was stepping into a role unlike any other.
Taahirah shared a story on Instagram that was nothing short of hilarious. In the video, Shaq was seen in a luxurious royal outfit, complete with a crown that is fit for royalty. Taahirah could not contain her laughter and captioned the story, “Come get your uncle” making Shaq the undisputed king and our collective uncle and requesting us, his nieces and nephews to come get him. If you think Shaq was going for regal, he absolutely nailed ridiculous instead.
Shaq has never been one to move away from the spotlight, and his sense of humor is as legendary as his dominance in the paint. And let’s be real, this is not the first time we have seen Shaq pull off some crazy antics or play dress up. The man has a long history of making people laugh with his larger-than-life personality from donning wigs to dancing in ridiculous costumes. Let’s see some of these instances.
The Different Shades of Shaq: Shaquille O’ Neal’s Never Ending Comedy Tour
Believe it or not, this is not the first time Shaquille O’Neal has dressed up. Shaq once dressed up as Santa Claus, calling himself “Shaq-a-Claus” to spread holiday cheer. The NBA legend has long had a soft spot for larger-than-life personas, and never misses an opportunity to go all out.
One of his most memorable transformations was when Big Diesel jokingly declared himself the “Shaq-Fu Master,” in a reference to his short-lived but acclaimed martial-arts inspired video game. Shaq dressed in a full kung-fu outfit, fully committing to the bit proving that when Shaq picks up a character, he embodies it with all that he’s got.
Feb 16, 2025; San Francisco, CA, USA; Shaqs OGs general manager Shaquille ONeal talks with Kevin Hart during the 2025 NBA All Star Game at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images
Shaq has also taken his love for theatrics to the world of professional wrestling. Being a lifelong WWE fan, Shaq has made multiple appearances in the ring, facing behemoths like the Big Show. His electric personality made him an instant fit for the world of sports entertainment, and fans worldwide still talk about his Wrestlemania endeavors to this day.
Whether he’s a king, a kung-fu master, a wrestler, or Santa Claus, Shaq’s ability to entertain knows no bounds. It’s part of what makes him such a beloved figure in sports and pop culture alike. At 52, he continues to find new ways to stay relevant, reminding us that humor and charisma never go out of style. If his latest antics are any sign, we might as well start calling him King Shaq. Because in the court of entertainment, he reigns supreme
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