As a 4x NBA championship winner, Shaquille O’Neal’s interests have been quite diverse over the years. As a VR special hosted by Shaquille O’Neal (DJ DIESEL), “The Shaq’tacular Spectacular,” an Immersive VR New Year’s Eve Countdown Special, will premiere in Meta Horizon Worlds and Meta Quest TV on Saturday, December 31, at 3:30pmPT/6:30pmET. It will be available on Shaquille O’Neal’s Facebook and Instagram pages and Messenger’s Watch Together.
Shaquille O’Neal’s Event Can Be Viewed Using What Devices?
For the first time, fans can experience the ultimate VR experience in each time zone with a Meta Quest 2 headset for the New Year. They will be able to interact with their friends as they dance and play games in their best New Year’s Eve attire. Users can simulate dance-offs from the show on the dance floor using the virtual spacer. If you cannot join the party when it begins, the show will run continuously throughout the evening. Therefore, you will be able to join whenever you are ready.
Performers: Who Are They?
Furthermore, music from superstars, celebrity entertainment, neon light performances, and a DJ set by our party host highlight this unforgettable event! You don’t want to miss this NYE countdown with performances by Cardi B, Ludacris, Lil Yachty, Killer Mike, WHIPPED CREAM, and DJ DIESEL. In addition, Rob Gronkowski and Camille Kostek are set to make appearances as special guests. Also, an outstanding lineup of performers will join Shaq on stage, surrounded by a roller rink and a basketball court. The main stage will consist of cheerleaders, professional roller skaters, basketball players, and fans.
“This year, we’re ringing in 2023 with new experiences and connections. I’m excited to celebrate with some of my favorite artists and athletes in a way that you can enjoy with friends and family in VR across the world,” the basketball superstar said in a statement. “From music, laughs and much more, we’re celebrating New Year’s Eve and welcoming 2023 with a spectacular party you won’t want to miss!”
Check out the full trailer below!
Collaboration With Other Companies
Furthermore, produced in partnership with Shaquille O’Neal’s Jersey Legends Productions and Westbrook Media, the one-hour special is custom-made for VR. Besides, this is Westbrook Media and Meta’s second VR collaboration.
“Virtual Reality has become such an exciting new way to experience and participate in and engage with entertainment and culture,” said Brad Haugen, President of Westbrook Media. “We are thrilled to partner with Shaq, the team at Jersey Legends Media.Monks and Meta invite audiences to spend New Year’s Eve with some of their favorite performers and athletes in a way that truly allows them to feel like they are in the room too.”
Shaquille Has Decades Of DJ Experience
Finally, those unaware of Shaq’s DJ skills can rest assured that it is true. In the 1980s, O’Neal began DJing at LSU. As well as that his current musical endeavors include producing electronic music under the stage name DIESEL, touring the world, and under the management of Medium Rare. In addition, O’Neal’s first set as DJ DIESEL took place at the 2021 Electric Daisy Carnival on October 23, 2021, in Las Vegas.
Written by Nikiya Biggs
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