During the NBA off-season, basketball legend Shaquille O’Neal does what he wants. He makes the most of his free time after working as a TNT commentator. He also loves being a DJ, so it’s no surprise that he recently attended Sophie Rain’s birthday party.
O’Neal, 53, has a passion for music, especially hip hop and rap. He has known many producers and music artists since he was young. Now, he travels everywhere with his DJ equipment, practicing and entertaining whenever he spends time with friends.
A very special invitation for O’Neal
According to Firstsportz, Sophie Rain invited Shaquille O’Neal to play music at her birthday. The former NBA player fulfilled her wish in Las Vegas, as the OnlyFans model shared on her X account. She even posted clips of herself dancing with O’Neal to loud music.
look who i ran into on my birthday !! pic.twitter.com/Gju11RH3Dd
— Sophie Rain (@sophieraiin) September 22, 2025
In a photo shared by the 21-year-old, the four-time NBA champion sits while she poses in front of him. The caption reads, “Look who I ran into on my birthday!”
Once Rain uploaded the photo, it went viral, earning thousands of reactions and comments. Many fans couldn’t believe the former Los Angeles Lakers star attended the birthday of the adult model, who earned $82 million in 2025.
“I was celebrating my 21st with friends, and suddenly Shaq was there. It didn’t even feel real. He was so kind, so down-to-earth, and honestly, he made the whole night even more unforgettable,” Sophie Rain told Complex.
Although Shaquille O’Neal does not drink alcohol, he became a highlight of the party, making guests laugh and entertaining them with his music mixes.
