Shaquille O'Neal took a playful jab at newlyweds Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce on Saturday after reportedly being left off the guest list for their wedding.

The NBA legend revealed during an interview with People that he wasn't among the 1,000 guests who attended the couple's July ceremony and jokingly responded to being snubbed.

Despite the playful dig, Shaq showed the pair love with a four-word message.

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TMZ later reported Shaq's remarks on X (formerly Twitter).

The post quickly turned heads as fans reacted to Shaq quipping at the couple.

While many found the joke amusing, others were less impressed.

Despite the mixed reactions, Shaq likely meant no harm. His remarks came during an appearance at Fanatics Fest 2026 after the interviewer revealed that Charles Barkley had been invited to the wedding, prompting O'Neal's sarcastic response.

Shaquille O'Neal may have been one of the NBA's most dominant players, but he has never shied away from recognizing greatness in others. The Hall of Famer has praised stars across different fields, including Taylor Swift, whom he spoke highly of during his annual Super Bowl party, Shaq's Fun House, in 2024.

Speaking to Page Six, O'Neal said he hoped to meet the pop star someday.

Days after praising Swift, the former Lakers star was finally granted his wish as he met the artist at Allegiant Stadium during Super Bowl LVIII, sharing an image of his linkup with Swift on Instagram.

Despite finally meeting Swift, O'Neal did not receive an invitation to her wedding with Travis Kelce two years later.

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