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LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – OCTOBER 09: Shaquille O’Neal attends the WBC heavyweight title fight between Tyson Fury and Deontay Wilder at T-Mobile Arena on October 09, 2021 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images)

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LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – OCTOBER 09: Shaquille O’Neal attends the WBC heavyweight title fight between Tyson Fury and Deontay Wilder at T-Mobile Arena on October 09, 2021 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images)
In a stunning turn of events, news broke recently of a jaw-dropping layoff by a major corporation, leaving employees and spectators alike in disbelief. However, what really caught everyone’s attention was a heartfelt message shared by renowned sports commentator Stephen A. Smith that’s got everyone talking, including the legendary hoopster, Shaquille O’Neal.
Let’s dive into the layoff details and reflect on the post shared by Smith.
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The layoff and the heartfelt message
The buzz surrounding this colossal layoff is spreading like wildfire. The network giant ESPN laid off almost 20 people from its on-air team. ESPN is a major player in the broadcast space, and nobody saw it coming. And that’s where Stephen A. Smith enters the picture. This guy’s got a heart of gold, and he ain’t afraid to wear it on his sleeve.
In a passionate message on his YouTube show, he poured out his emotions about the gut-wrenching reality faced by those poor souls who got axed. He hit the nail on the head, pointing out how we have to prioritize the well-being of our fellow humans in this crazy world. His words struck a chord with many, bringing the issue to the forefront and touching hearts across the nation.
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He captioned, “I will miss the colleagues of mine who were let go this week dearly.” In the video he also mentioned the people who were laid off.
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One person who couldn’t resist sharing Stephen A. Smith’s heartfelt message was none other than Shaquille O’Neal. Shaquille O’Neal was seemingly moved by the post. Shaq has indeed never hesitated to endorse things on his Instagram.

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LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – OCTOBER 23: Former NBA player Shaquille O’Neal attends the unveiling of the Shaq Courts at the Doolittle Complex donated by Icy Hot and the Shaquille O’Neal Foundation in partnership with the city of Las Vegas on October 23, 2021 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images for Icy Hot)
The mega-rich corporation’s layoff bombshell has left everyone reeling. It’s like a swift move that throws you off guard. But right in the midst of this chaotic storm, Stephen A. Smith reminded us all that there are real people behind those numbers.
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His words struck a chord not only with those directly affected but also with Shaquille O’Neal. What are your thoughts on Smith’s message endorsed by the big man. Do you also feel it was unfair? Share your views in the comments!
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