HBO’s upcoming documentary series on Shaquille O’Neal has been given a Nov. 23 premiere date, Variety has learned.
The four-part docuseries will span four weeks, with new episodes airing each Wednesday at 9 p.m. Et/Pt on HBO. Viewers will also be able to stream on HBO Max.
Hailing from director Robert Alexander, “Shaq” details the life of the legendary Lakers champion O’Neal from sports phenom to cultural figure. Per HBO, the doc “chronicles Shaq’s ascent to superstardom, as a dominant force who won four NBA championships, league Mvp honors, and changed the game. It also encompasses his life off the court, from his upbringing in a military family to his deepest personal relationships and prosperous broadcasting and business careers.”
“We kept this documentary real from the start, and I do feel like it is the most honest look into my life and career up until this point.
The four-part docuseries will span four weeks, with new episodes airing each Wednesday at 9 p.m. Et/Pt on HBO. Viewers will also be able to stream on HBO Max.
Hailing from director Robert Alexander, “Shaq” details the life of the legendary Lakers champion O’Neal from sports phenom to cultural figure. Per HBO, the doc “chronicles Shaq’s ascent to superstardom, as a dominant force who won four NBA championships, league Mvp honors, and changed the game. It also encompasses his life off the court, from his upbringing in a military family to his deepest personal relationships and prosperous broadcasting and business careers.”
“We kept this documentary real from the start, and I do feel like it is the most honest look into my life and career up until this point.
- 10/20/2022
- by BreAnna Bell
- Variety Film + TV
The Shaquille O’Neal Foundation is pleased to announce their distinguished list of Board of Directors, featuring leaders and entrepreneurs across entertainment, sports and business.
Founded by O’Neal in 2019, The Shaquille O’Neal Foundation’s mission is to create pathways for underserved youth by providing resources and opportunities for children in need.
“I established The Shaquille O’Neal Foundation to focus my philanthropic efforts on impacting kids who need help the most,” said O’Neal. “This has always been a passion of mine and I want to use my reach within the business community to bring people together. The board members who have joined the Foundation share a common goal to make a difference in the lives of underserved children.”
The list of Board members and their affiliations are as follows:
Shaquille O'Neal, Founder
Jeff Assaf, Senior Managing Director and Chief Investment Officer, Icg Advisors
Tara August, Senior Vice President of Talent Relations,...
Founded by O’Neal in 2019, The Shaquille O’Neal Foundation’s mission is to create pathways for underserved youth by providing resources and opportunities for children in need.
“I established The Shaquille O’Neal Foundation to focus my philanthropic efforts on impacting kids who need help the most,” said O’Neal. “This has always been a passion of mine and I want to use my reach within the business community to bring people together. The board members who have joined the Foundation share a common goal to make a difference in the lives of underserved children.”
The list of Board members and their affiliations are as follows:
Shaquille O'Neal, Founder
Jeff Assaf, Senior Managing Director and Chief Investment Officer, Icg Advisors
Tara August, Senior Vice President of Talent Relations,...
- 4/30/2021
- Look to the Stars
If you’ve ever wanted to watch movies with basketball legend Shaquille O’Neal, TNT’s upcoming “ShaqNight!” events are here for you.
TNT will begin hosting “ShaqNight!” every Thursday, wherein the NBA legend and his friends join viewers in watching and commenting on some of O’Neal’s favorite films. The events lead into the upcoming TNT docuseries “Shaq Life.” TNT will celebrate each Thursday event by donating money to a charitable organization chosen by O’Neal’s guest.
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“I can’t wait for viewers to join me on Thursday nights,” O’Neal said in a statement. “I hope ShaqNight will deliver laughs, fun, and entertainment into people’s homes at a time when we need it most.”
Per TNT’s synopsis, “Shaq Life” features O...
TNT will begin hosting “ShaqNight!” every Thursday, wherein the NBA legend and his friends join viewers in watching and commenting on some of O’Neal’s favorite films. The events lead into the upcoming TNT docuseries “Shaq Life.” TNT will celebrate each Thursday event by donating money to a charitable organization chosen by O’Neal’s guest.
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“I can’t wait for viewers to join me on Thursday nights,” O’Neal said in a statement. “I hope ShaqNight will deliver laughs, fun, and entertainment into people’s homes at a time when we need it most.”
Per TNT’s synopsis, “Shaq Life” features O...
- 4/3/2020
- by Tyler Hersko
- Indiewire
The new TNT Shaquille O’Neal docuseries Shaq Life will debut as part of the network’s first Thursday ShaqNight! on April 9, TNT announced today.
The ShaqNight! programming is scheduled for every Thursday, with O’Neal and a revolving cast of his famous friends, from their homes, joining viewers to watch some of the basketball great’s favorite films. O’Neal and his guests will provide commentary, compete against each other in “boredom buster” games, and dance along to a DJ session by Shaq.
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Episodes of the new Shaq Life, narrated by Samuel L. Jackson, will screen on April 9 at 9 pm Et/Pt,...
The ShaqNight! programming is scheduled for every Thursday, with O’Neal and a revolving cast of his famous friends, from their homes, joining viewers to watch some of the basketball great’s favorite films. O’Neal and his guests will provide commentary, compete against each other in “boredom buster” games, and dance along to a DJ session by Shaq.
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Episodes of the new Shaq Life, narrated by Samuel L. Jackson, will screen on April 9 at 9 pm Et/Pt,...
- 4/3/2020
- by Greg Evans
- Deadline Film + TV
Shaquille O’Neal will give fans a look into his post-nba season dealings in the upcoming TNT docuseries Shaq Life.
The series takes viewers along with the four-time NBA champion for a look at his summer break business and entertainment dealings, TNT announced Wednesday.
It will reveal how Shaq spends his time on DJ gigs in Las Vegas, an International DJ tour, filming commercials, shooting a film, as well as his speaking appearances, hosting the NBA Awards, running his “Big Chicken” restaurant and spending time with his five children.
“Over the years, I’ve had many endeavors outside of sports but never this many all at once,” O’Neal said in a statement. “I’m ready to bring viewers along for the wild ride that is my life.”
“Shaq is the ultimate example of living your biggest, best life,” added Michael Bloom, senior vice president of unscripted and specials for TBS and TNT.
The series takes viewers along with the four-time NBA champion for a look at his summer break business and entertainment dealings, TNT announced Wednesday.
It will reveal how Shaq spends his time on DJ gigs in Las Vegas, an International DJ tour, filming commercials, shooting a film, as well as his speaking appearances, hosting the NBA Awards, running his “Big Chicken” restaurant and spending time with his five children.
“Over the years, I’ve had many endeavors outside of sports but never this many all at once,” O’Neal said in a statement. “I’m ready to bring viewers along for the wild ride that is my life.”
“Shaq is the ultimate example of living your biggest, best life,” added Michael Bloom, senior vice president of unscripted and specials for TBS and TNT.
- 5/15/2019
- by Anita Bennett
- Deadline Film + TV
How’s this for an unlikely pairing: TBS has ordered a pilot for an unscripted series starring Shaquille O’Neal and Ken Jeong where the duo will take on odd jobs.
Summoned to their temporary employment by unsuspecting people via a digital portal, “Unqualified” (working title) will follow the antics of Shaq and Jeong as they try their hands at jobs that have always intrigued them, along with a few they’d rather avoid. Sometimes Shaq and Jeong will have no clue what they’re walking into. Utilizing their wide range of talent and hustle, the duo will perform tasks such as patrolling malls as rent-a-cops, substitute teaching kindergarten, train conducting and performing as party clowns.
Earlier this year, the two had a well-received performance on TBS’ “Drop the Mic.”
“These guys made magic on ‘Drop The Mic’ together.
Summoned to their temporary employment by unsuspecting people via a digital portal, “Unqualified” (working title) will follow the antics of Shaq and Jeong as they try their hands at jobs that have always intrigued them, along with a few they’d rather avoid. Sometimes Shaq and Jeong will have no clue what they’re walking into. Utilizing their wide range of talent and hustle, the duo will perform tasks such as patrolling malls as rent-a-cops, substitute teaching kindergarten, train conducting and performing as party clowns.
Earlier this year, the two had a well-received performance on TBS’ “Drop the Mic.”
“These guys made magic on ‘Drop The Mic’ together.
- 11/5/2018
- by Tim Baysinger
- The Wrap
TBS has ordered a pilot for an unscripted series led by Shaquille O’Neal and Ken Jeong.
The new series is currently titled “Unqualified.” It will see O’Neal and Jeong team up to try out a variety of odd jobs like patrolling malls as rent-a-cops, substitute teaching kindergarten, train conducting, and performing as party clowns.
The pilot order comes after the basketball legend and comedian appeared together on the TBS series “Drop the Mic” earlier this year, in which the pair squared off in a rap battle.
“These guys made magic on ‘Drop The Mic’ together. Their chemistry is undeniable.” said Michael Bloom, senior vice president of unscripted and specials for TBS and TNT. “And no doubt that magic will extend to the unwitting people who expect anything to get done when they show up.”
O’Neal and Jeong will executive produce alongside Dave Kneebone, Tim Heidecker and Eric Wareheim...
The new series is currently titled “Unqualified.” It will see O’Neal and Jeong team up to try out a variety of odd jobs like patrolling malls as rent-a-cops, substitute teaching kindergarten, train conducting, and performing as party clowns.
The pilot order comes after the basketball legend and comedian appeared together on the TBS series “Drop the Mic” earlier this year, in which the pair squared off in a rap battle.
“These guys made magic on ‘Drop The Mic’ together. Their chemistry is undeniable.” said Michael Bloom, senior vice president of unscripted and specials for TBS and TNT. “And no doubt that magic will extend to the unwitting people who expect anything to get done when they show up.”
O’Neal and Jeong will executive produce alongside Dave Kneebone, Tim Heidecker and Eric Wareheim...
- 11/5/2018
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
Following Shaquille O’Neal and Ken Jeong’s viral showdown on TBS’ rap battle series Drop the Mic, the network has reunited the duo for a new unscripted comedy project, Unqualified (working title), which has received a pilot order.
It will follow O’Neal and Jeong as they take on different odd jobs, including patrolling malls as rent-a-cops, substitute teaching kindergarten, train conducting and performing as party clowns. Summoned to their temporary employment by unsuspecting people via a digital portal, Unqualified will chronicle the antics of O’Neal and Jeong as they try their hands at jobs that have always intrigued them, along with a few they’d rather avoid.
“These guys made magic on Drop The Mic together. Their chemistry is undeniable.” said Michael Bloom, Svp of unscripted and specials for TBS and TNT. “And no doubt that magic will extend to the unwitting people who expect anything to...
It will follow O’Neal and Jeong as they take on different odd jobs, including patrolling malls as rent-a-cops, substitute teaching kindergarten, train conducting and performing as party clowns. Summoned to their temporary employment by unsuspecting people via a digital portal, Unqualified will chronicle the antics of O’Neal and Jeong as they try their hands at jobs that have always intrigued them, along with a few they’d rather avoid.
“These guys made magic on Drop The Mic together. Their chemistry is undeniable.” said Michael Bloom, Svp of unscripted and specials for TBS and TNT. “And no doubt that magic will extend to the unwitting people who expect anything to...
- 11/5/2018
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
Facebook has picked up a new reality series starring NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal for its video service Facebook Watch.
“Big Chicken Shaq” will chronicle O’Neal’s journey as he angles to balance his already busy life with the restaurant – determined to maintain his singular humor in the process. Over the course of eight episodes, fans will be given numerous opportunities to interact with Shaq and offer opinions that will impact how the new restaurant unfolds.
“It’s going to be so much fun designing my own restaurant, and I can’t imagine a better group of people to do it with than with my incredibly loyal Facebook fans,” O’Neal said. “It’s an opportunity for us to collaborate together, and I know the Facebook community will offer terrific feedback.”
The series is produced by the Content Group’s Asylum Entertainment.
“We’re proud to help create a...
“Big Chicken Shaq” will chronicle O’Neal’s journey as he angles to balance his already busy life with the restaurant – determined to maintain his singular humor in the process. Over the course of eight episodes, fans will be given numerous opportunities to interact with Shaq and offer opinions that will impact how the new restaurant unfolds.
“It’s going to be so much fun designing my own restaurant, and I can’t imagine a better group of people to do it with than with my incredibly loyal Facebook fans,” O’Neal said. “It’s an opportunity for us to collaborate together, and I know the Facebook community will offer terrific feedback.”
The series is produced by the Content Group’s Asylum Entertainment.
“We’re proud to help create a...
- 7/25/2018
- by Daniel Holloway
- Variety Film + TV
“The Wedding Ringer’s” Jeremy Garelick will write the pilot, which is loosely based on Shaq’s business empire
NBA analyst Shaquille O’Neal is teaming up with truTV on a workplace comedy pilot loosely based on the former player’s business empire.
O’Neal is executive producing the half-hour scripted comedy with Mike Tollin; Mandalay Sports Media is producing. “Wedding Ringer” writer Jeremy Garelick is penning the pilot, John Fortenberry will direct.
Dan Kaplow and Jon Weinbach are co-executive producers of the pilot. Perry Rogers, Colin Smeeton and Michael Parris will also produce.
See photos: 9 NBA Stars Who Took...
NBA analyst Shaquille O’Neal is teaming up with truTV on a workplace comedy pilot loosely based on the former player’s business empire.
O’Neal is executive producing the half-hour scripted comedy with Mike Tollin; Mandalay Sports Media is producing. “Wedding Ringer” writer Jeremy Garelick is penning the pilot, John Fortenberry will direct.
Dan Kaplow and Jon Weinbach are co-executive producers of the pilot. Perry Rogers, Colin Smeeton and Michael Parris will also produce.
See photos: 9 NBA Stars Who Took...
- 1/23/2015
- by Tony Maglio
- The Wrap
The recently retired NBA star is the host of Upload With Shaquille O’Neal, on which he, comedians Gary Owen and Godfrey, and a special guest scour the Web for the funniest online videos. They also will create their own viral videos, pull pranks and give their takes on pop culture. TruTv has ordered 10 episodes of the series, which was announced as part of its development slate back in April. Vin Di Bona and Bruce Gersh’s FishBowl Worldwide Media (America’s Funniest Home Videos) is producing; Di Bona, Gersh, Susan Levison, Beth Greenwald, and Shaq Entertainment’s Perry Rogers, Colin Smeeton and Mike Parris will serve as executive producers along with Mike Gibbons, who works on Comedy Central’s similarly themed Tosh.0. O’Neal is no stranger to being in front of the cameras — he currently is an analyst on TNT’s Inside The NBA studio show after his reality summer series Shaq Vs.
- 7/11/2012
- by THE DEADLINE TEAM
- Deadline TV
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