Maren Morris meets fan-favorite NBA icon, Shaquille O'Neal

Image Credit: MAREN MORRIS/INSTAGRAM

In a tournament close to his heart. Find out more about us

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The important point and see the photo, which has been viral for a long time

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Taking friendship to new heights.

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On October 1, Maren Morris performed at The Event Charity Gala,

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Hosted through his Shaquille O'Neill Foundation,

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At the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas.

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There, we met a megastar, Shaquille O'Neal

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Posted picture of myself and the two together,

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While poking fun at their sharp top difference.

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