Shaq Responds to Flirting Rumors with Sabrina Carpenter, Calls Out Viral DM Claims Shaquille O’Neal has dismissed rumors that he sent flirtatious messages to singer Sabrina Carpenter, calling the speculation “youngsters” focused on “the algorithm and going viral.” The NBA legend, 54, addressed the claims during a March 20 episode of his podcast, The Big Podcast, where he laughed off the alleged text exchanges. The rumors, which surfaced earlier this month, claimed Shaq had slid into Carpenter’s DMs with playful, suggestive messages. During the podcast, he read aloud fabricated texts, including one that read, “Damn, baby, I would keep your farts in a cologne bottle and spray it on me every day,” followed by a response from Carpenter: “I know who you are. You’re way too famous to be sending messages like that.” Shaq also quoted a message he supposedly sent to Carpenter: “I can’t be horny and want some of that snow bunny kitty for no reason. You can’t handle Big Diesel anyway. My meat would have you in the hospital.” Shaq dismissed the rumors as nonsense, joking, “First of all, ladies, the Diesel got way more game than that.” He attributed the viral claims to fans seeking attention, stating, “It’s not about me. It’s about the algorithm and going viral.” This isn’t the first time Shaq has faced dating rumors. In October, he refuted claims of a romantic relationship with OnlyFans model Sophie Rain, explaining he was DJing at a club when she “came to my party.” He added, “Stop tryna create rumors.” The article then shifts to highlight other celebrities who have faced scrutiny over age gaps in their relationships. Sarah Paulson, 57, and Holland Taylor, 76, have been together for over a decade, with Paulson calling critics “strange” for disapproving of their 32-year age difference.#shaquille_oneal #sabrina_carpenter #the_big_podcast #sarah_paulson #holland_taylor
