Shaquille O’Neal is widely known for his talent on the basketball court, but his generosity is what really sets him apart. The legendary athlete has often gone above and beyond, doing kind deeds for others and dedicating his time to many causes.
One of the most touching stories about Shaq highlights just how giving he is. He is often seen paying for other people’s bills at restaurants and leaving large tips for waitstaff. One family, known as The Collins Kids, has shared their experiences with Shaq on their popular Instagram account, which has over 350k followers. The family consists of nine children, and Shaq has become close friends with them over time.
At the start of the year, Shaq visited the family, spending time with the kids and showing them a lot of love. Karissa, the mother of the children, shared in a post about how Shaq played games, took pictures, and encouraged them as parents. She said, “He showed us so much love.”
But Shaq didn’t stop there. A few months later, he surprised the family with dinner at Babes Chicken, and it was clear they had a great time. The very next day, Shaq took them to a Mercedes dealership and ordered a custom 15-passenger van for the family. They were set to receive it in mid-July.
The family was deeply touched by this gesture, with the kids hugging their hero in excitement.
During another dinner at the Rainforest Café, Shaq went above and beyond again. He paid for another table’s meal without knowing they were on a mission trip from out of state. After learning that the waitress’s car had broken down, Shaq tipped her $1000.
Shaq’s generosity didn’t stop there. He also learned that the father of the family was having problems with his truck. Without hesitation, Shaq took the family to a Ford dealership and bought him a new truck.
The family felt blessed by Shaq’s kindness and the time he spent with them. Karissa expressed her gratitude, writing, “He spoke life into our family.” Shaquille O’Neal truly shows that kindness goes a long way.
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