The story of Shaquille O’Neal‘s love interest in Halle Berry, back when he was still at LSU, is famed in the hoops community. Earlier, on an episode of the Kelly Clarkson Show, the 4-time NBA champion had revealed how he was once, during a game, thrown off by the Catwoman star’s presence in the audience. Although many years have passed since Shaq was at LSU, in a recent podcast appearance, the big man had more to reveal about his Berry infatuation.

Big Diesel came from very little and, after an illustrious career on-court and also outside it, turned his legacy into a $600 million empire. Shaquille O’Neal married Shaunie Nelson in 2002 after he gained major success in the league. However, the two eventually split up five years later as both went on to date other people and have since moved on.

When Shaquille O’Neal missed his chance with Halle Berry

Recently, Shaquille O’Neal sat down with Ernestine Morrison, Sarah Fontenot, and Amber Tai for an episode of the ‘It’s Non-Negotiable’ podcast. The three ladies and the Los Angeles Lakers legend featured in a one-hour episode. In conversation, Sarah Fontenot asked the four-time NBA champion about his wildest story that has never been told before.

Although Shaq may have a large magical basket of stories up his sleeve, he decided to bring forth one that had already been covered. A story involving one of his favorite celebrities and 90s icons, Halle Berry. 

As Sarah asked Shaq about the story, he said, “So, in college, Halle Berry is my favorite. I wrote her, and she wrote me back. Forget that she wrote me back, like ‘Oh my god, Halle Berry knows who I am.’ So, for a kid in college, getting ready to be the first pick, that’s a big thing.”

“So, as every guy’s dream to see their favorite person. Four seasons, L.A. on Donhey, I guess they’re doing a press jacket. So, I’m in the elevator by myself and doors open up and it’s Halle Berry!” added Shaq.

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Did Shaq and Halle Berry talk?

Now, one would think if the seven-footer would’ve talked to the star in the elevator. Unfortunately, the bigman froze and could not utter a word in front of Berry. The 51-year-old added, “This is my shot but my stuttering kicked in.” Though when Halle Bery reached her floor, she addressed the NBA legend and walked out. But by then, Shaq had already missed his moment. 

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