Shaquille O'Neal Retires: 'Call Me The Big AARP' Arts & Leisure

Shaq ' You Can Call Me The Big AARP'

Basketball star retires after 19 years reveals new nickname

“So, from now on you can call me 'The Big AARP.' ” You got it, Shaq. And just so you know we’re serious, our CEO is reaching out in case you need an assist:

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AARP WISHES “THE BIG AARP,”SHAQUILLE O'NEAL,
WELL ON HIS RETIREMENT On the heels of NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal’s announcement earlier today of plans to retire from professional basketball, AARP today released the following statement from CEO A. Barry Rand: “Shaq, on behalf of AARP, congratulations on a great career! If you're like most of our members—half are still working, many more give back to their communities—you're not done yet, either. There's plenty left to do, enjoy, and figure out after 'retirement,' so let us know if you want help figuring out what's next.”

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