Shaquille O’Neal, a towering figure in basketball history, has left an indelible mark on the sport. While his career on the court is legendary, his legacy continues through his children, who are carving their own paths — some in basketball, and others in entirely different arenas.
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Shaquille O’Neal, one of the NBA’s most dominant players, is a Hall of Famer with a legacy both on and off the court. Beyond his illustrious career, Shaq is a devoted father to six children. From athletic pursuits to artistic and professional careers, the O’Neal children embody a blend of ambition and individuality.
Shaquille O’Neal, and his children attend the Third Annual Hall of Game Awards hosted by Cartoon Network on February 9, 2013, in Santa Monica, California. | Source: Getty Images
Taahirah O’Neal
Taahirah, Shaquille’s eldest daughter, was born on July 19, 1996, to the NBA star and his ex-girlfriend, Arnetta Yardbourgh.
Taahirah and Shaquille O’Neal attend HBO Premiere For Four-Part Documentary “SHAQ” on November 14, 2022, in Atlanta, Georgia. | Source: Getty Images
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Breaking away from the family’s basketball legacy, Taahirah pursued academics and graduated from Oglethorpe University in 2019. She has worked as a communications associate analyst for PepsiCo, and earlier this year, she relocated from Texas to Georgia, where she is embracing a quieter life focused on personal growth.
Taahirah O’Neal accepts Breaking Barriers Award on behalf of Shaquille O’Neal on September 23, 2023, in Washington, DC. | Source: Getty Images
During a recent conversation with her cousin Marcus, Taahirah admitted she isn’t fond of sports responding to his enthusiasm about a major basketball event.
She has also ruled out dating anyone from the sports world. Reflecting on the topic earlier this year, she explained that growing up surrounded by athletes made such relationships unappealing. She added that it simply wasn’t something she would consider.
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Taahirah O’Neal attends HBO Premiere For Four-Part Documentary “SHAQ” on November 14, 2022, in Atlanta, Georgia. | Source: Getty Images
Taahirah’s true passion lies in nature. She has openly shared her love for running a farm in Georgia, embracing a lifestyle far from basketball.
Taahirah O’Neal attends HBO Premiere For Four-Part Documentary “SHAQ” on November 14, 2022, in Atlanta, Georgia. | Source: Getty Images
Myles O’Neal
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Myles, Shaquille’s eldest son, has chosen a path in the entertainment industry. A successful DJ, Myles shares a strong musical bond with his father, who performs as DJ Diesel. The two often collaborate on live sets, with Shaquille praising his son’s skills.
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He said Myles, 27, helps create live sets for his performances. “We always trade songs. We’ve been practicing together.” Shaquille shared that he bought his son his first DJ set and encouraged him to figure things out independently.
“He’d be in a room, and I try to let my kids do everything on their own, so he’d come in, and I’d say, ‘Figure it out,’ and he’d come back with it figured out,” he recalled.
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Shaquille described Myles as an outstanding DJ. “I’ve seen him perform many times, and he’s really good. I’m actually jealous, he’s really good,” he admitted, adding that his son “has something I’ve never had.”
Shareef O’Neal
Shareef followed in his father’s legendary basketball footsteps. However, his sports career has faced significant challenges. In the summer of 2018, Shareef began experiencing unusual chest sensations during basketball practice.
