Over his career, and in his days since retirement, Shaquille O’Neal has built a startling empire. Whether it was through dominance on the court, or a keen business mind since, his growth has been unparalleled. However, the Los Angeles Lakers legend still faces some uncertainty. Moreover, even a man as prolific as Shaquille O’Neal feels some semblance of inadequacy in certain areas. Surprisingly, though, the source is his child.

As his own DJ-ing career starts to take off, the 7-footer still has a ways to go.

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Even though his resume on the court was second to none, O’Neal has continued to add pelts to his legacy. Since retiring, his role as analyst, entertainer, business expert, and DJ has been a joy to watch. Yet, the last of those came unexpectedly.

Despite getting a shootout from international artist Russ, his career in music hadn’t really taken off. That is, until, Lollapalooza gave him a shot. Prior to that, he was just a “celebrity DJ”. He himself holds memories of that time, “They’d put me in the celebrity DJ pool, and I had to do a lot of the celebrity stuff.” 

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However, the shot with Lollapalooza was his first real one. And, the Miami Heat Champion was out to impress. As he told People.com, “ I knew what I was doing. I was like, “I’m not a celebrity DJ, I’m a real DJ.” But, he still has a lot to learn.

Especially, from his millionaire son Myles. “Myles is an excellent DJ. I’ve seen him perform many times and he’s really good. I’m actually jealous, he’s really good.” The two remain close as ever, with their shared love for music further elevating their bond.

It was the same shared love that brought the two together at the UFC 290 event a few short weeks ago.

Father-Son Duo Takes Over UFC

As the sporting world continues to make Vegas its biggest hub, the attention of the UFC came to the city for 290. Set in the middle of August, the headline act saw Alex Volkanovski defend his Featherweight Title. But, for the O’Neals the real party was soon after.

9 Years After Father Shaquille O’Neal’s Promise to Dana White, Millionaire Son Myles O’Neal Set for UFC Debut of a Different Kind

Shaq himself announced the lineup for an afterparty taking place at the Encore Beach Club. With names like Diplo and the Chainsmokers set for the stage, two more names were a part of the lineup. Myles O’Neal, and his dad, DJ Diesel.

As the “debut” performance came and went, everyone was enthralled with the younger O’Neal’s talents on the board. Perhaps, what Shaq has been saying all along had some merit after all.

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