Shaquille Oneal has been one of the biggest stars and names in America and the sports world since the late 80s and into the early 2000s when he was dominating basketball courts all over the country. Since then, Shaq has been known for his time on stage as a DJ, his time on screen as an actor, and even the community service and charity work he has done.

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Shaq is known for helping those in need with a plethora of things from food and clothing to education and gifts. He is all about spreading the wealth and helping the world become a better place. Sure, he made millions of dollars while playing in the NBA, but what he has done after retiring has been the real prize. He has opened several businesses that have brought jobs and joy to many around the country.

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One of those businesses he has opened is a restaurant chain by the name of Big Chicken. As you guessed, this is a restaurant chain that has over 30 locations in 16 states and locations on the Carnival Cruise lines as well. Michigan is one of those 16 states and there are 3 locations here in the Mitten state. Those locations are in Clio, Livonia, and Hartland.

Big Chicken is known for their chicken tenders, chicken sandwiches, and shakes and they recently opened a store front in Hartland, Michigan. Over the weekend, this location in Hartland got a very special surprise as Shaquille "Diesel" Oneal was there in the flesh to take in the scenes.

Shaq would spend some time serving up the people of the Hartland community while also taking time to meet them, shake hands, take pictures, and sign autographs. As you can see in the Facebook post above, he thoroughly enjoyed his time here in the Mitten state visiting this Big Chicken location and meeting tons of fans.

Shaquille O'Neal Big Chicken - Michigan

Gallery Credit: Big Chicken

What's on the menu at Shaq's Big Chicken restaurant?

Gallery Credit: Reesha Cosby

Shaq's Florida Mansion That He Sold For $11 Million

Shaq's moving to Texas but first he had to get rid of his Orlando, Florida estate which is considered one of the best homes in the WORLD according to Better Homes & Gardens. Let's take a look inside!

Gallery Credit: Photos courtesy of TopTenRealEstateDeals.com