Shaquille O’Neal’s Advice for NBA Phenom Victor Wembanyama: ‘Be Meaner’
Shaquille O’Neal’s second act has been full of surprises.
Variety reports: Shaquille O’Neal’s second act has been full of surprises.
The NBA legend and cultural icon has served as a sheriff’s deputy, reserve officer and honorary U.S. Marshal, at one point helping the Justice Department track down internet predators online; earned two master’s degrees and a doctorate; accumulated (and sold) 155 fast food franchises and 40.
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