Crank up the volume: Shaquille O’Neal (a.k.a. DJ DIESEL) is set to make his thunderous debut into Fortnite! On October 4 at 8 PM ET (1 AM Saturday UK), fans will be able to unlock not one, but two Shaq-tacular Outfits and an array of matching in-game Cosmetics.
“I conquered the court, rocked stadiums, and now it’s time to dominate Fortnite! Each chapter of my career has been about breaking boundaries and creating epic experiences through sports, music and entertainment that bring people together. Stepping into Fortnite is an exciting, new frontier for me that allows me to blend my love for music with the thrill of gaming. Get ready because I’m bringing the heat to the island!”
Shaquille O’Neal
What’s in the Shop
- Shaq (DJ Diesel) Outfit – A true Shaq of all trades, channel Shaq’s music alter ego with this reactive Outfit that lights up as you rack up eliminations
- Also comes in the all black Festival Headliner Variant
- Super Shaq Outfit – Become the larger-than-life superstar himself, with seven different colors to choose from
- Two Emotes – Fuel some fire tracks with the One N Twos Emote and show off Shaq’s signature shimmy with the Shaq Shimmy Emote
About Shaquille O’Neal
Shaquille O’Neal is one of the world’s most successful athletes-turned-businessmen, whose accomplishments both on and off the court have translated into a highly sought-after consumer brand. As an entrepreneur, sports analyst, DJ, restaurateur, and brand ambassador, Shaquille O’Neal’s signature “Business of Fun” mantra resonates throughout each of his countless ventures.
The 15-time NBA All-Star’s unprecedented athletic career spanned nearly two decades and earned him countless awards and honors, including NBA Most Valuable Player, NBA Rookie of the Year, four NBA Championships and a First Ballot NBA Hall of Famer. Currently, O’Neal is an analyst on TNT’s Emmy Award-winning “Inside the NBA.”
O’Neal is a universally recognized figure in sports, entertainment, and pop culture. His music career began with the release of four rap albums with his first, Shaq Diesel, which went platinum. Today, he is known worldwide as DJ Diesel. His DJ business has become a global enterprise, with his SHAQ’s Bass All-Stars Festival and Shaq’s Fun House—an immersive event series combining live performances, carnival rides, and celebrity appearances.
O’Neal, who has a PhD in Leadership and Education, established The Shaquille O’Neal Foundation which provides resources for underserved youth. He also gives back through a number of annual philanthropic programs including Shaq-to-School and Shaq-a-Claus.
The launch of his Las Vegas eatery Big Chicken has further elevated Shaquille’s status as he has positioned himself as a successful restaurateur. The brand currently has more than 350 locations in development worldwide and 40-plus locations open in traditional and non-traditional restaurant settings.
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