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Undoubtedly, Michael Jordan stands as a source of inspiration for budding basketball talents. But can he also impact people’s love lives? According to Shaquille O’Neal‘s oldest child, he sure can. Giving a shout-out to the 6-time NBA champion’s $5.1 billion business empire, the DJ and supermodel provided some advice to the public.

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Back in the 90s, anything associated with Mike was exceptionally fashionable, with the focal point being the Air Jordans. This influence on fashion remains relevant till today. The eldest O’Neal child shares a similar fashion sensibility, and he believes it has a great effect on his dating life.

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Michael Jordan indirectly helps others’ romantic pursuits

26-year-old Myles O’Neal recently gave an interview to ‘Billion Dollar Babie.’ He previously made appearances in several shows like ‘Basketball Wives’, ‘Shaq Life’, and ‘Shaunie’s Home Court’, but this time, the questions were of a different flavor. During the conversation, he discussed his family and shared a wealth of intriguing insights into his dating life. When asked about a must-have fashion item for men, the model highlighted the Chicago Bulls legend?s iconic creation, the Air Jordan.

Myles said, “I feel like a staple like that every guy should have is at least like one pair of Jordans.?

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?Like if you’re trying to pull girls or something, every girl’s like ‘All right, like he has some Jordans on’ or he has some, like nice shoes on,??explained the young DJ.

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While Myles suggests that owning a pair of Air Jordans might accelerate your success in finding a partner, we can’t be entirely certain about his claims. But given the brand’s meteoric growth over the last four decades, there might be some truth to Myles’ ideas.

Of course, when it comes to fashion, the world can count on the 26-year-old. Back in 2018, Myles made his runway debut at the Dolce and Gabbana Spring Summer show.

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He continues to showcase his love for fashion which has been a part of his life since a young age. But do you know what inspired him to explore fashion and music?

Pharrell Williams inspired Myles O’Neal

During his college years, Shaq’s eldest son enjoyed experimenting with different looks and styles.

He credits his initial passion for fashion to a chance meeting with Pharrell Williams. He is presently the creative director of Louis Vuitton’s men’s collection.

In addition to his interest in fashion, Myles also shares his father’s passion for music and frequently joins him at various concerts. The two were recently seen promoting Myles’ latest song, ‘Naked.’

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Pritha Debroy works with the NFL Lifestyle Desk at EssentiallySports, where she explores the league beyond the sidelines and focuses on the cultural nuances of football. Bringing a fresh perspective shaped by her background in basketball lifestyle stories and cross-sport expertise, she highlights how NFL athletes build influence off the field. A graduate of the EssentiallySports Journalistic Excellence Program, our in-house initiative that trains writers under industry experts, Pritha specializes in long-form features and player-driven stories that capture the evolving identity of today’s NFL stars. Pritha combines her passion for storytelling with a thoughtful approach to sports culture and lifestyle. With strong communication skills and an eye for detail, she brings a distinctive voice to NFL journalism, delivering engaging and insightful content that resonates with readers.

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