Shaquille O'Neal's Shoe Moments Through the Years [PHOTOS]
After years of working with the Reebok brand, Hall of Famer Shaquille O’Neal was named President of Reebok Basketball in 2023. The former basketball star, who wears a size 22 shoe, regularly steps out in Reebok sneakers, whether he’s hitting the red carpet, pounding the pavement or appearing on a talk show.
During an FN interview in 2021, Shaq revealed that he is actually a size 20, he prefers to size up whenever he buys shoes. “My shoe size is 20 but I like to wear a 22 because when I was young we couldn’t afford proper shoes so I had to wear my shoes tight,” he said. “[Now] I always get my shoes too big to make sure I have room.”
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When the legendary athlete isn’t sporting Reeboks, he’s been known to pair a dapper suit with timeless loafers. He’s also not afraid to take footwear risks. Ahead, discover some of his most stylish moments through the years.
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The Tonight Show with Jay Leno – Season 8
Shaq wore a sneaker style from his Dunk.Net brand to an appearance on The Tonight Show With Jay Leno in 1999.
Shaquille O’Neal’s Style Evolution
Shaquille O’Neal hits the stage at the 2004 MTV Video Music Awards at the American Airlines Arena August 29, 2004 in Miami, Florida.
Shaq Vs. Press Conference
The NBA player attended a press conference for ABC’s reality show “Shaq Vs.” held at the Lowes Hotel on August 5, 2009 in Santa Monica, California wearing a pair of square toe leather dress shoes.
Shaquille O’Neal’s Style Evolution
Shaquille O’Neal attends the Disney ABC Television Group’s Summer TCA party at the Beverly Hilton on August 1, 2010 in Beverly Hills, California.
Shaquille O’Neal’s Style Evolution
Shaquille O’Neal attends the “Grown Ups 2” New York premiere at AMC Lincoln Square Theater on July 10, 2013 in New York City.
Shaquille O’Neal’s Style Evolution
Shaquille O’Neal attends the hand printing session for Reebok Classic on August 20, 2015 in Seoul, South Korea.
Shaquille O’Neal’s Style Evolution
Shaquille O’Neal attends the “30 For 30: This Magic Moment” premiere at the 2016 Tribeca Film Festival on April 14, 2016 in New York City in a pair of classic loafers.
Shaquille O’Neal’s Style Evolution
Shaquille O’Neal appears on “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon” on September 12, 2016 rocking some silver sneakers.
Shaquille O’Neal’s Style Evolution
Shaquille O’Neal has his number retired during a game between the Miami Heat and the Los Angeles Lakers at American Airlines Arena on December 22, 2016 in Miami, Florida.
Shaquille O’Neal’s Style Evolution
Shaquille O’Neal attends the ‘Carpool Karaoke: The Series’ On Apple Music launch party at the Chateau Marmont on August 7, 2017 in Los Angeles, California.
Shaquille O’Neal’s Style Evolution
Shaquille O’Neal arrives for the Fanatics Super Bowl Party at the Ballroom at Bayou Place on February 4, 2017 in Houston, Texas.
Shaquille O’Neal’s Style Evolution
Shaquille O’Neal attends a basketball game between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Golden State Warriors at Staples Center on December 18, 2017 in Los Angeles, California.
Shaquille O’Neal’s Style Evolution
Shaquille O’Neal arrives at the NBA All-Star Game 2018 at Staples Center on February 18, 2018 in Los Angeles, California wearing a pair of cobalt blue dress shoes.
Shaquille O’Neal’s Style Evolution
He wore a similar shoe and color when he attended the Turner Upfront 2018 at Madison Square Garden on May 16, 2018 in New York City.
Shaquille O’Neal’s Style Evolution
Shaquille O’Neal attends an event celebrating Reebok and Victoria Beckham’s partnership at The House on Sunset on April 12, 2018 in Beverly Hills, California.
Shaquille O’Neal’s Style Evolution
Shaquille O’Neal attends the Sports Illustrated Sportsperson Of The Year 2019 at The Ziegfeld Ballroom on Dec. 9, 2019 in New York City.
Shaquille O’Neal’s Style Evolution
Shaquille O’Neal attends the WarnerMedia Upfronts at Madison Square Garden on May 15, 2019 in New York City.
Shaquille O’Neal’s Style Evolution
Shaquille O’Neal attends Imagine Dragons’ sixth annual Tyler Robinson Foundation Gala at Wynn Las Vegas on Sept. 6, 2019 in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Shaquille O’Neal’s Style Evolution
Shaquille O’Neal attends the Sports Illustrated Super Bowl Party at Century City Park on February 12, 2022 in Los Angeles, California.
Shaquille O’Neal’s Style Evolution
Shaquille ONeal appears on “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert” on April 4, 2022 in New York City.
Shaquille O’Neal’s Style Evolution
Shaquille O’Neal attends RBCxMusic Night with Special Guest DJ Diesel (aka Shaquille O’Neal) at RBC House Toronto International Film Festival 2023 on Sept. 8, 2023.
Shaquille O’Neal’s Style Evolution
Shaquille O’Neal attends the 37th Annual Footwear News Achievement Awards at Cipriani South Street on November 29, 2023 in New York City wearing a pair of navy blue sneakers.
Celebrity Sightings In New York City – July 17, 2024
Shaquille O’Neal is seen outside “Good Morning America” on July 17, 2024 in New York City. Shaq matched his suit to a pair of Nano X3 Training Shoes from Reebok.
UK Launch Of ‘Gin & Juice By Dre And Snoop’ At Flipper’s Roller Boogie Palace, London – Red Carpet Arrivals
Shaquille O’Neal attends the UK Launch of ‘Gin & Juice By Dre and Snoop’ at Flipper’s Roller Boogie Palace on July 18, 2024 in London, England.
