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
Shaquille O’Neal Denies Sending Viral Explicit DM’s to Sabrina Carpenter, Says He Has “Way More Game” Shaquille O’Neal has denied allegations that he sent sexually explicit direct messages to pop star Sabrina Carpenter, dismissing the claims as a misunderstanding and joking that he possesses “way more game” than what was depicted in the messages. The 54-year-old basketball legend, known for his larger-than-life personality and high-profile relationships, took to his podcast The Big Podcast with Shaq to address the controversy, emphasizing his innocence while adding a humorous twist to the situation. O’Neal’s co-hosts on the show suggested the messages might have been generated by artificial intelligence or sent from a fake account impersonating the Lakers icon. They pointed out that the profile picture used in the alleged messages matched his real social media account, though they acknowledged this detail alone does not confirm his involvement. The hosts also noted that the content of the messages did not align with O’Neal’s known communication style, further fueling speculation about their authenticity. The incident has sparked broader discussions about the spread of misinformation online, particularly with the increasing accessibility of AI tools. O’Neal used the opportunity to caution fans and followers about verifying information before accepting it as fact. “If I actually messaged someone like Sabrina Carpenter, it wouldn’t be a rumor—it’d be a full-blown scandal,” he remarked, highlighting the potential consequences of such claims if they were true. O’Neal’s past has included public admissions of infidelity during his NBA career, which has made the allegations less surprising to some.#lakers #shaquille_oneal #sabrina_carpenter #the_big_podcast #ai_misinformation
Shaq slams fake headline about Sabrina Carpenter messages Shaquille O’Neal, the former NBA star, publicly denounced a fabricated headline that falsely claimed he had exchanged explicit messages with pop singer Sabrina Carpenter. The controversy emerged after a fake story circulated online, alleging that O’Neal had sent inappropriate texts to Carpenter. O’Neal addressed the issue during an episode of The Big Podcast, where he confronted rapper Jim Jones, who had read aloud the misleading headline. Jones presented the fake headline as a headline that O’Neal was supposedly going to show him, stating, “Shaq exposed for shooting his shot at Sabrina Carpenter.” O’Neal then read the alleged messages exchanged between the two, which included purportedly lewd and flirtatious content. One message claimed O’Neal had said, “Damn, baby I would keep your farts in a cologne bottle and spray it on me every day,” while Carpenter allegedly responded, “I know who you are. You’re way too famous to be sending me messages like that.” O’Neal quickly clarified that he had never sent such messages and dismissed the claims as entirely untrue. “I first of all ladies, the Diesel got way more game than that, I’m just saying,” O’Neal said, emphasizing that the messages were fabricated. He reiterated that he had never communicated with Carpenter in such a manner and criticized the media for spreading false information. O’Neal also highlighted his past experiences with relationships, acknowledging that he had made mistakes in his personal life. In a 2023 interview, O’Neal reflected on his tumultuous relationships, stating, “I had two perfect women and I messed it up.#shaquille_oneal #sabrina_carpenter #the_big_podcast #jim_jones #explicit_messages
