Shaunie Opens Up About Divorcing Shaquille O’Neal Without Guilt, Admitting She Never Loved Him
Shaunie Henderson, the ex-wife of retired NBA star Shaquille O’Neal, has opened up about her difficult divorce and subsequent new relationship in her recent memoir, “Undefeated: Changing the Rules and Winning on My Own Terms.” In the book, she details the challenges she faced in her marriage and the reasons behind her decision to part ways with O’Neal.
The former couple’s marriage began to strain shortly after their wedding, eventually leading to a divorce filing by O’Neal in 2007. Despite attempts at reconciliation, Shaunie ultimately decided to end the marriage for good in 2009. The couple shares four children together, while both also have children from previous relationships.
In her memoir, Shaunie reveals that the indifference shown by her children to the news of the divorce helped her realize that they were not losing a happy home, as they had never experienced one. This revelation, along with therapy sessions, helped her overcome any guilt she felt about breaking up their family.
However, some fans have criticized Shaunie for continuing to discuss her ex-husband, especially since she is now married to Pastor Keion Henderson. They question why she still talks about Shaq when she has moved on with a new partner. Despite the backlash, Shaunie remains focused on her new relationship and the love she shares with Keion.
Shaunie and Shaquille’s divorce was finalized in 2011, the same year O’Neal retired from the NBA. He has expressed regret over the failure of their marriage, stating that Shaunie will always be the one who got away. Shaunie, on the other hand, has found happiness with Keion Henderson, whom she married in 2022.
In her book, Shaunie clarifies that while she did love Shaq, she never experienced being in love with him. She explains that she was more in love with the idea of building a life with the father of her children. O’Neal has accepted her feelings, acknowledging his faults during their marriage, including infidelity that left Shaunie feeling unprotected.
Overall, Shaunie Henderson’s memoir sheds light on the challenges she faced in her marriage to Shaquille O’Neal and the journey she took to find happiness and love again with Keion Henderson. Her story is a reminder that it is never too late to start over and find true fulfillment in life.
