Shaquille O’Neal Dons Reebok Sneakers With Jessica Simpson at 2023 ‘Shoe Oscars’ FN Achievement Awards
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Shaquille O’Neal brought major star power at the 2023 FN Achievement Awards in New York on Wednesday. O’Neal will present the Company of the Year award to Authentic Brands Group. During the red carpet, the famed basketball star posed on the red carpet alongside FNAA 2023 Icon Award recipient Jessica Simpson.
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For the occassion, O’Neal sported a pair of deep blue Reebok sneakers. The footwear boasted a chunky silhouette that featured blue leather uppers, logo detailing, coordinating blue lace-up closures and white rubber soles fitted with reliable non-slip tread. Reebok was acquired by Authentic Brands Group for $2.46 billion in 2021.
Keeping cool and sleek, the athlete donned a tailored gray and blue plaid suit. The suit was comprised of a fitted blazer and pleated trousers. The blazer was worn overtop a crisp white button-down. Rounding out the look, O’Neal wore a quirky printed tie and an equally unique hat, providing his look a dapper touch. Stylish and preppy, O’Neal also wore black glasses.
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The NBA star is the second-largest individual shareholder of Authentic Brands Group, the company behind dozens of brand and retailer acquisitions, including Forever 21, Barneys New York, JCPenney, Reebok, Vince and Hunter Boots. O’Neal has owned shares in Authentic since 2015, when the company bought the rights to his name brand.
In October, Authentic appointed O’Neal to the newly created position of president of Reebok Basketball, part of the company’s long-term strategy to become a major player in team sports and focus on Reebok’s commitment to performance basketball.
For 37 years, the annual FN Achievement Awards — often called the “Shoe Oscars” — have celebrated the style stars, best brand stories, ardent philanthropists, emerging talents and industry veterans. The 2023 event is supported by sponsors Authentic Brands Group, Birdies, Caleres, Crocs, FDRA, Nordstrom, Saucony and Vibram.
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