Shaquille O’Neal‘s NBA glory rests on his humility and hardwork. The legend often throws his big weight behind those who rose to prominence from struggling and modest backgrounds. That’s why he could relate to Jackie Chan when the Rush Hour star turned tearful after taking a trip down the memory lane.
The action hero has been featured in films since he was nine years old. Shaq tipped his hat to the $400 million worth movie star when he lately became emotional.
Shaquille O’Neal’s support to sentimental star
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A viral clip from his latest movie Ride On showed Jackie Chan tearing up along with his daughter. The icon’s eyes turned moist watching his younger self pulling off some incredible dare-devilish stunts.
Chan can be seen jumping out of a high rise with relative ease in his young avatar.
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Watching the Hollywood legend reminisce about the good old days probably had 51-year-old Shaq in his feelings as well.
Fans follow Shaquille O’Neal: “Jackie Chan is a special”
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Several fans like Shaquille O’Neal spoke out in support of the Hollywood legend. One fan wrote, “A true definition of dedication. I remember the days I and my father used to watch his movies together.”
It’s crazy, another fan reacted, how people we love age so much and aren’t the same people anymore. “But that’s just life you know, and for Jackie Chan, he’s a legend & we all know legend live forever.”
Fans called Chan a special and most humble human in the last three generations. “Legend isn’t a big enough label! Man I remember being young loving all his martial arts movies. He’s an amazing example of hard work”
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Both Shaq and fans sided with the 69-year-old honorary Oscar winner when perhaps he needed it most.