

Recently, fans were treated to an unexpected collaboration that left them both amused and intrigued. Shaquille O’Neal joined forces with the former UFC Welterweight Champion Kamaru Usman! Big Shaq has continued to make waves in the business world long after his illustrious basketball career. This time he had Usman join him on a promotional venture.
Known for his dominant presence on the court, he has successfully transitioned into a savvy entrepreneur, building an impressive empire beyond the realm of sports. One of Shaq’s ventures includes the Big Chicken fast food chain. As the founder of this unique establishment, Shaq has created a brand that embodies his larger-than-life personality and love for food. Recently, fans witnessed an unexpected personality as an employee of the Big Chicken – Kamaru Usman.
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Kamaru Usman takes order from Shaquille O’Neal
In the promotional video for Big Chicken, fans saw Kamaru Usman, the former UFC Welterweight champion taking orders behind the counter at Big Chicken. Customers were having a gala time ordering and clicking pictures with the UFC star.
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But the real surprise came when Shaq himself walked in and casually ordered a meal named after the champion. With a hint of humor and a touch of drama, O’Neal proudly exclaimed, “Can I have the Kamaru Usman?”
Just after placing the order, Big Shaq told Usman to take his day off, before bursting into cheers, “The champ is here!” The playful banter between the two icons added an entertaining twist to the promotional campaign. The Nigerian Nightmare shared the video on his Instagram with the following message – “Some times you need to get behind the counter and run things.”
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Does Shaquille O’Neal prefer In-N-Out burgers over his own?
Adding another layer of intrigue, Susie Bulloch, of Hey Grill, Hey, recently shared her experience working with Shaq. She revealed that the NBA legend’s team approached her for a show he was doing to promote his own restaurants.

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LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – OCTOBER 23: Former NBA player Shaquille O’Neal laughs as he attends the unveiling of the Shaq Courts at the Doolittle Complex donated by Icy Hot and the Shaquille O’Neal Foundation in partnership with the city of Las Vegas on October 23, 2021 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images for Icy Hot)
However, it was Bulloch’s revelation about Shaq’s food preferences that truly surprised fans. In between takes, she witnessed him devouring many In-N-Out cheeseburgers. “I watched him eat more In-N-Out cheeseburgers in a five-minute period, than I thought any human could eat.”
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It seemed that despite having his own fast food chain, Shaq had an undeniable craving for the iconic In-N-Out burgers. Have you tried the Big Chicken? Or do you also like the $50,000,000,000 worth brand, In-N-Out for its burgers? Do let us know in the comments below.
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