Deon Cole And Shaquille O’Neal (Images Credit: Getty Images)
Shaquille O’Neal is regarded as one of the greatest players in the history of the NBA. Renowned for his remarkable skills and larger-than-life persona, he earned the nickname “Big Diesel.” In addition to his basketball career, Shaquille has been in several high-profile relationships, sparking considerable discussion.

On a recent episode of Shannon Sharpe’s “Club Shay Shay,” the famous comedian Deon Cole shared a funny but revealing story about a past girlfriend who had dated O’Neal before him. Cole, a close friend of O’Neal, reflected on the difficulties he faced in this relationship, especially after discovering his girlfriend’s past.

“Don’t ever f**k after Shaq. I didn’t know at the time; she told me later. After I got up, I was like, ‘Man, that was real hollow.’ I was just like, ‘Who did you used to deal with?’ And she told me, and I was like, ‘Get the f**k out of here,’” Cole recalled. He said that if he had known she dated O’Neal, he would have thought twice about being with her. “That was traumatizing,” he added, explaining that dating someone with a famous ex made him feel inadequate.

Shaquille O’Neal, standing 7’1″ and weighing 325 lbs, is not only a dominant basketball player but also has a notable reputation when it comes to his relationships. Cole noted how hard it is to compete with O’Neal’s charm and the way he treats women. Cole said, “It’s hard to replicate how he is with women,” and pointed out the challenges for anyone dating one of Shaq’s exes.

Shaquille O’Neal’s Dating Journey

O’Neal has a well-known dating history, including his ex-wife Shaunie, with whom he has four children. Since their divorce in 2011, several women, like Nicole “Hoopz” Alexander and Laticia Rolle, have been linked to him. Recently, there were rumors about him dating Instagram model Maria Teachy, which O’Neal humorously denied on social media.

Despite his past mistakes, including affairs that contributed to his divorce, Shaquille O’Neal has expressed regret and a genuine desire to become a better person. He seems to keep good relationships with the mothers of his children, wanting to be a positive influence in their lives.

Cole’s story highlights the complicated feelings of dating someone with a famous past and how it can create both funny and serious insecurities. While the humor is entertaining, it also highlights the real emotional struggles that can arise in such relationships.