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Shaquille O’Neal is hands down one of the most financially successful athletes of all time. Apart from signing several multi-million NBA contracts, he also owns a variety of business ventures. The Big Diesel doesn’t think twice when it comes to philanthropy and helping people in the society. Recently he surprised his very own family member as he gave him a cheque worth millions.

It is reported that Shaquille O’Neal got paid around $292 million during the course of his career. He runs a string of successful businesses like car washes and restaurants. Throughout the course of his life he has collected a massive net worth of $400 million. O’Neal has often times been praised by many for his selfless charitable actions.

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Shaquille O’Neal’s massive gift to cousin

Shaquille O’Neal gave a massive reason to one of his cousins to admire him as he handed him a cheque of seven figures.

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In a clip going viral on social media Shaq is reportedly handing out a cheque of a million dollars to one of his cousins. He said, “This isn’t for bills, it’s for you. If you want to go buy one of those Rolls Royce Trucks, go ahead.” 

Shaq gave his cousin his blessing to purchase a super expensive car. The cousin excitement was quite ecstatic as he had a wide grin on his face.

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Apart from helping out his family members the Big Diesel is often seen blessing random people on the streets.

Shaq opens up about helping out the people

Shaquille O’Neal revealed the reason why he indulges in philanthropy. “It costs you nothing to be nice,” he said. “Make sure you take care of people, make them smile.”

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Shaq recalled a time when he helped a mother out, “Seven grand ain’t nothing to me…it’s just about making people smile.” 

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The NBA legend makes it clear that he can afford to give away a few thousand dollars to people in need. And that makes Shaq a big man with a big heart.

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