Shaquille O’Neal’s wife Shaunie has abruptly flown to Los Angeles and filed a petition for legal separation in Los Angeles County Superior Court. Filing for separation is the first step because she’s expected to file for divorce. Rumors have been swirling that Shaq was the one messing around this time. Shaunie, the kids and Shaq all live in Florida but ex-wives or potential exes know California is a goldmine when it comes to divorce settlements. Shaunie filed legal papers on November 9 and lists “irreconcilable differences” as the reason for separation.
Shaunie pulled her kids out of school in Florida several days ago and they are with her now in L.A. She is asking for both spousal and child support — though she did not specify an amount for either.
Shaunie claims in her papers to be a resident of L.A. since November 8, 2009 — 2 days ago. The date of separation is listed as 11-9-09. The couple has 4 minor children. Shaunie wants legal and physical custody of all the kids. They have been married for 6 years, 11 months.