Shaquille O'Neal owns nine Papa John's franchise locations, all in and around Atlanta, Georgia. While he does not own the entire Papa John's company, he holds an equity stake and has been a significant figure in the brand as a board member since 2019 (though he announced in 2024 that he would not seek re-election to the board due to other business commitments). Shaq also serves as a brand ambassador for Papa John's, helping to promote the chain and its products, including the Shaq-a-Roni pizza
. In summary, Shaq owns nine Papa John's stores but does not own the company outright.
