Shaquille O'Neal American Basketball Player Born in 1972
Shaquille O'Neal · basketball player and actor · American
Known for
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Shaquille O'Neal on Social Media
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- Followers
- 35.1M @shaq
- Engagement rate
- 0.09% well below average for accounts this size
- Average likes
- 25,547
- Average comments
- 4,602 Based on the last 8 posts
Figures from public Instagram data via the official Meta API; refreshed about every 30 days.
Biography
American basketball player Shaquille O'Neal was born on 6 March 1972 in Newark. Teams on record for him include Los Angeles Lakers (1996–2004) and Miami Heat (2004–2008).
Early life
He was born to Joe Toney. Schooling on record includes Barry University (Doctor of Education), finishing in 2012; University of Phoenix (Master of Business Administration), finishing in 2005; and Louisiana State University (Bachelor of Arts), finishing in 2000.
Career
His position on record is center. His career on record begins at LSU Tigers men's basketball in 1989. The records show 7 teams, with Los Angeles Lakers, Miami Heat and Orlando Magic among them. He spent 8 years at Los Angeles Lakers (1996–2004). At Los Angeles Lakers (1996–2004), his team-mates on record include Kobe Bryant. Orlando Magic team-mates from the same years include Steve Kerr.
Adam Sandler appears in four of his listed titles, including Grown Ups 2 (2013) and Blended (2014). Other co-stars who recur in his credits are Salma Hayek (two titles) and David Spade (two titles). Dennis Dugan directed two of his titles on record, among them Jack and Jill (2011).
There are 27 screen credits listed as well, such as Uncle Drew (2018) and Scary Movie 4 (2006). Music credits include 8 albums and 8 singles, among them Gorilla Warfare (2023). The genres linked to his work are hip-hop. He has released music through Interscope Records. The YouTube account had 588K subscribers when last counted in June 2025.
Recognition
Among his honours is the New Jersey Hall of Fame, won in 2009. Other wins include the FIBA Hall of Fame and the NBA All-Rookie Team (1993). Among his nominations is the Grammy Award for Best R&B Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals in 1996. In all, Shaquille O'Neal has won 23 awards and received 16 nominations.
Personal life
Former marriages on record are to Shaunie O'Neal (2002 to 2009). He is the father of Shareef O'Neal and Eric Velasquez, and has 6 children in total.
Teams
7 teams| Years | Team | Position |
|---|---|---|
| 1989–1992 | LSU Tigers men's basketball | Center |
| 1992–1996 | Orlando Magic | Center |
| 1996–2004 | Los Angeles Lakers | Center |
| 2004–2008 | Miami Heat | Center |
| 2008–2009 | Phoenix Suns | Center |
| 2009–2010 | Cleveland Cavaliers | Center |
| 2010–2011 | Boston Celtics | Center |
Awards and nominations
23 won, 16 nominated| Year | Award | For | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | NBA All-Star Game Kobe Bryant Most Valuable Player Award | Won | |
| 2009 | New Jersey Hall of Fame | Won | |
| 2006 | All-NBA Team | Won | |
| 2005 | All-NBA Team | Won | |
| 2005 | BET Award for Athlete of the Century | Won | |
| 2004 | All-NBA Team | Won | |
| 2004 | NBA All-Star Game Kobe Bryant Most Valuable Player Award | Won | |
| 2003 | All-NBA Team | Won | |
| 2002 | All-NBA Team | Won | |
| 2002 | Best NBA Player ESPY Award | Won | |
| 2002 | Bill Russell NBA Finals Most Valuable Player Award | Won | |
| 2001 | All-NBA Team | Won | |
| 2001 | Best NBA Player ESPY Award | Won | |
| 2001 | Bill Russell NBA Finals Most Valuable Player Award | Won | |
| 2000 | All-NBA Team | Won |
Show all 39 entries
| Year | Award | For | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | Bill Russell NBA Finals Most Valuable Player Award | Won | |
| 2000 | NBA All-Star Game Kobe Bryant Most Valuable Player Award | Won | |
| 2000 | NBA Most Valuable Player Award | Won | |
| 1998 | All-NBA Team | Won | |
| 1993 | NBA All-Rookie Team | Won | |
| 1993 | NBA Rookie of the Year Award | Won | |
| FIBA Hall of Fame | Won | ||
| Southeastern Conference Men's Basketball Player of the Year | Won | ||
| 2013 | Golden Raspberry Award for Worst Screen Couple/Ensemble | Grown Ups 2 | Nominated |
| 2006 | BET Award for Athlete of the Century | Nominated | |
| 2005 | Best NBA Player ESPY Award | Nominated | |
| 2005 | BET Award for Athlete of the Century | Nominated | |
| 2004 | Best NBA Player ESPY Award | Nominated | |
| 2004 | BET Award for Athlete of the Century | Nominated | |
| 2003 | Best NBA Player ESPY Award | Nominated | |
| 2002 | Best Male Athlete ESPY Award | Nominated | |
| 2002 | Best NBA Player ESPY Award | Nominated | |
| 2001 | Best Championship Performance ESPY Award | Nominated | |
| 2001 | Best Male Athlete ESPY Award | Nominated | |
| 2001 | Best NBA Player ESPY Award | Nominated | |
| 2001 | BET Award for Athlete of the Century | Nominated | |
| 1997 | Golden Raspberry Award for Worst Actor | Steel | Nominated |
| 1996 | Grammy Award for Best R&B Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals | Nominated | |
| 1994 | Golden Raspberry Award for Worst New Star | Blue Chips | Nominated |
Filmography
27 credits| Year | Title | Role | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Hubie Halloween | Film | |
| 2019 | What Men Want | Film | |
| 2018– | Big Chicken Shaq | TV series | |
| 2018 | Show Dogs | Film | |
| 2018 | Uncle Drew | Film | |
| 2014 | Blended | Film | |
| 2013 | Grown Ups 2 | Film | |
| 2012 | Thunderstruck | Film | |
| 2011 | Jack and Jill | Film | |
| 2010 | Exit Through the Gift Shop | Film | |
| 2010 | The Hooping Life | Film | |
| 2010 | When in Rome | Film | |
| 2009– | Shaq Vs. | TV series | |
| 2007– | Shaq's Big Challenge | TV series | |
| 2007 | The Bros. | Film |
Show all 27 credits
| Year | Title | Role | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | Scary Movie 4 | Film | |
| 2005– | Shaquille | TV series | |
| 2005 | The Kid & I | Film | |
| 2004 | After the Sunset | Film | |
| 2001 | Freddy Got Fingered | Film | |
| 2001 | The Wash | Film | |
| 1998 | He Got Game | Film | |
| 1997 | Good Burger | Film | |
| 1997 | Steel | Steel | Film |
| 1996 | Kazaam | Film | |
| 1994 | Blue Chips | Film | |
| Shaqtin' a Fool | TV series |
Discography
16 releases| Year | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Gorilla Warfare | Album |
| 2023 | Gorilla Warfare | Album |
| 2001 | Shaquille O'Neal Presents His Superfriends, Vol. 1 | Album |
| 1998 | Respect | Album |
| 1998 | The Way It's Goin' Down | Single |
| 1997 | Men of Steel | Single |
| 1997 | Strait Playin' | Single |
| 1996 | The Best of Shaquille O'Neal | Album |
| 1996 | You Can't Stop the Reign | Album |
| 1996 | You Can't Stop the Reign | Single |
| 1994 | Biological Didn't Bother | Single |
| 1994 | Shaq Fu: Da Return | Album |
| 1993 | (I Know I Got) Skillz | Single |
| 1993 | I'm Outstanding | Single |
| 1993 | Shaq Diesel | Album |
Show all 16 releases
| Year | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 1993 | What's Up Doc? (Can We Rock) | Single |
Shaquille O'Neal Photos
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Frequently asked questions
How old is Shaquille O'Neal?
Shaquille O'Neal is 54 years old, born on 6 March 1972 in Newark.
What is Shaquille O'Neal known for?
Shaquille O'Neal is a center who has played for Los Angeles Lakers and Orlando Magic.
How tall is Shaquille O'Neal?
Shaquille O'Neal is 216 cm (7 ft 1 in) tall.
What is Shaquille O'Neal’s nationality?
Shaquille O'Neal is American, born in Newark.
Who has Shaquille O'Neal been married to?
Shaquille O'Neal’s marriages on record are to Shaunie O'Neal (2002 to 2009).
Has Shaquille O'Neal won any awards?
Yes. 23 awards are on record, including NBA All-Star Game Kobe Bryant Most Valuable Player Award (2009).
Sources
- Wikidata (Q169452), accessed October 2026
- Follower counts: dated individually above
- YouTube: video titles and publish dates
- Photo: MarkScottAustinTX · CC BY-SA 2.0
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