Key Takeaways
- Shaquille O’Neal is rumored to be in a new romantic relationship.
- Speculation began when Maria uploaded a picture with only half of Shaq visible.
- Maria is an aspiring musician, with singles like “Alright” and “What Am I To Do.”
Shaquille O’Neal, commonly known as Shaq, has sparked interest in his latest romantic relationship, especially after a recent post from Instagram user _1.filly, also known as Maria Ozuna, who is rumored to be his new girlfriend.
The buzz started when Maria shared a picture featuring Shaq, with only half of his body visible, captioned, “Unapologetically us…Can yall guess who feet?“
Shaq with his new girlfriend 👀 pic.twitter.com/g8pqoNS5xb
— NBACentel (@TheNBACentel) September 17, 2024
The post, which showed the two in a private setting, quickly gained attention across social media platforms, with many fans speculating about their relationship status.
Though Maria later deleted the post, it had already caught the eye of the public, leading to widespread discussions online.
Online commenters sarcastically speculated that Maria could be after Shaq’s money, with some also poking fun at the height difference between them.
One X user wrote:
At least they have the same toes…
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Another wrote:
Shaq new girlfriend is little even smaller than previous one 😱
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Many also focused on the age difference, as Shaq is 52 while Maria looks to be in her 30s or early 40s.
While neither Shaq nor Maria has officially confirmed the relationship, the mystery surrounding their romance continues to fuel rumors.
Even after deleting the picture, Maria’s new Instagram posts from the same bedroom kept the buzz alive, with fans connecting the dots.
Following the post, one user wrote:
She deleted it? 😭 Shaq must took back the $40 and his Walmart shoes 👟🤣🤷🏿🥴
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Another wrote:
Here after it got deleted 🤣🤣🤣🤣
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Maria Ozuna, also known as _1.filly on Instagram, is a rising social media influencer and musician.
With over 205K followers, she has gained significant attention following rumors of her relationship with former NBA star Shaquille O’Neal.
While much of the buzz surrounds her personal life, Maria is also an artist, having released several singles like “Alright” and “What Am I To Do,” which she promotes through her growing platform.
Alongside her music career, she uses her platform to advocate for women’s empowerment, sharing motivational content with her followers.
Despite facing some criticism and speculation about her relationship with Shaq, neither Shaq nor Maria has commented on the rumors, keeping fans eager for updates on the situation.
In Case You Didn’t Know
- Shaq was born on March 6, 1972, to parents Lucille O’Neal and Joe Toney.
- Drafted first overall by the Orlando Magic in 1992, the 7-foot-1 center went on to win 3 NBA Finals MVPs, make 15 All-Star appearances, and capture 4 NBA titles.
- Shaq married Shaunie Nelson on December 26, 2002, but they split in 2009. Their four children are Shareef, Amirah, Shaqir, and Me’arah.
