Shaq’s Everyday Habits: Philanthropy, PB&J, and a Love for Laundry

HE LOVES TO HELP

Shaquille O’Neal is a passionate philanthropist, supporting many charitable organizations with causes like education, youth development and disaster relief.

HE DOES LAUNDRY

The NBA legend loves to wash and dry his own clothing. “I like doing laundry,” says Shaq, 52. “I use Dawn. I love the smell — reminds me of home.”

HE TAKES SELFIES WITH OTHER STARS

“I don’t usually ask because I know what they go other celebs, like through,” explains Shaq. “But Gayle King I saw Chloë Sevigny at the ‘Today’ show and I’m a fan of hers. She’s in a few shows I like and she does a lot for me — so I did ask for a picture. I’ve got a lot of respect for her.”

HE MAKES HIS OWN LUNCH

He likes, Peanut butter and mutha-f***ing jelly. I use one spoonful of peanut butter, put it on both sides of the bread and one glob of grape jelly right in the middle.””

HE’S A REAL-LIFE COP

The sports star earned his certification in 2016 and served as a reserve officer in Florida.

HE’S KIND TO CUSTOMER SERVICE REPS

The basket ball legend says he never picks up the phone and bothers them. “You know why?” he asks. “Because they go through a lot and if I have an issue or order something from Amazon, I just charge it to the universe and charge it to kindness. I don’t call and bother those people.”