Shaquille O’Neal To Host Virtual Reality New Year’s Eve Special For Meta
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Shaquille O’Neal is ringing in the new year with his own virtual reality special in partnership with Meta.
The Shaq-tacular Spectacular is an interactive VR New Year’s Eve countdown that will feature performances by Cardi B, Ludacris, Lil Yachty, Killer Mike, Whipped Cream, and DJ Diesel (aka O’Neal), along with additional special guest appearances by Rob Gronkowski and Camille Kostek.
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The setup will include a roller rink, basketball court, and main stage that’s filled with a marching band, cheerleaders, pro roller skaters, basketball players, and fans inside the party.
A quick preview of the special was released Monday, which can be viewed below.
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The Shaq-tacular Spectacular is a one-hour special that is custom-made for VR, produced by Westbrook Media, Media.Monks and Shaquille O’Neal’s Jersey Legends Productions.
“This year we’re ringing in 2023 with new experiences and connections,” O’Neal said in a statement. “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. 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!”
Fans can access the experience with a Meta Quest 2 headset beginning December 31 at 3:30 p.m. PT/6:30 p.m. ET. The event will premiere in VR in Meta Horizon Worlds and on Meta Quest TV, as well as on Shaquille O’Neal’s Facebook and Instagram pages and Messenger’s Watch Together.
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