Shaquille O'Neal discusses Hollywood roles in Variety interview

Shaquille O'Neal spoke about his experiences in Hollywood during an interview with Variety. He revealed that he struggles to land acting roles outside of playing himself, as Hollywood executives tell him he is 'too big' for roles like a doctor. O'Neal's comments come as interest builds for his ‘Dunkman’ league, a professional dunking competition with a $500,000 prize, whose finals are scheduled to air on TNT on August 25. He expressed a desire to take on more action roles in film but feels typecast due to his recognizable stature.

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