Shaquille O’Neal shifted his focus completely on business and DJing post-retirement in 2011. With $400 million in his bank the Hall of Famer basketball player is one of the richest athletes in the world. Shaquille O’Neal in an interview had revealed that he owns close to 50 businesses. Experts expect the number to have increased over the years. The Big Man, who owns multiple businesses, also has his own restaurant chain The Big Chicken. The Big Chicken is currently in 19 locations and many more which are under development. 

Recently Shaq decided to visit The Big Chicken in California. Despite the scorching heat and unbearable climate, the fans decided to wait for Shaq to meet him. The fans did not stop, even though the temperature reached 100 degrees.

Fans delighted in meeting the Lakers legend

Shaquille O’Neal recently visited one of nineteen locations of The Big Chicken restaurant that he owns. Shaq, despite his busy schedule and his recent concert at Lollapalooza, made a visit to Santa Clarita’s Valencia area to his Big Chicken Restaurant.

The fans waited in abundance to see the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Famer. His fans were over the moon when they saw their local team, the Los Angeles Lakers‘ legend. 

Shaq patiently took photos with all his fans and spoke to them personally acknowledging their struggles to wait in the scorching heat. This kind gesture by the 4-time NBA champion won many hearts. 

“My parents taught me a long time ago it cost you nothing to be nice,” said Shaq. When the reporter asked Shaq what message he has for his fans, Shaq gave a heartwarming answer, “I appreciate you very much and I love you.”

One of the fans shared his experience of meeting DJ Diesel. He said, “I know like people say it’s a giant and all but yeah it was really cool experience, like he like came in gave me a hug, he’s like, ‘Take out your phone let’s get a quick photo.’”

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Another fan said, “He’s just an inspiration to many people he’s done many great things to other people.”

From the court to the stage and beyond

Shaquille O’Neal is having the summer of his life filled with memorable moments. The larger-than-life NBA legend recently graced the stage as DJ Diesel at Lollapalooza. He captivated thousands of adoring fans with his electrifying performance.

Before taking the spotlight at the renowned music festival, Shaq also seized the chance to promote his entrepreneurial venture, visiting The Big Chicken, Chicago.

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Always the shrewd businessman, he never misses a chance to show off the restaurant and thank those who have supported him. Shaq’s versatility and hard work in the music and business industries have made him an icon both on and off the court.