"The board and I are excited to work with Shaquille and look forward to the terrific possibilities to strengthen our position together." As O'Neal explained in an open letter, he was able to undertsand "what truly makes the Papa John's family so special" when he met Ritchie and made a "Shaq-eroni" pizza at a charity event earlier this year. If consumers don't remember the "Diesel" from his playing days, they may well recognize him from his many commercial spots, such as his classic Gold Bond appearance that produced one of the internet's greatest gifs. via GIPHY According to a Papa John's spokesperon, the Shaq-eroni has pepperoni, sausage and extra cheese.