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US actress Gabrielle Union (2L) and her husband former professional basketball player Dwayne Wade pose with daughters Zaya Wade (L) and Kaavia James Union Wade (2R) as they arrive for the “Cheaper by the Dozen” Disney premiere at the El Capitan theatre in Hollywood, California, March 16, 2022. (Photo by CHRIS DELMAS/AFP via Getty Images)
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US actress Gabrielle Union (2L) and her husband former professional basketball player Dwayne Wade pose with daughters Zaya Wade (L) and Kaavia James Union Wade (2R) as they arrive for the “Cheaper by the Dozen” Disney premiere at the El Capitan theatre in Hollywood, California, March 16, 2022. (Photo by CHRIS DELMAS/AFP via Getty Images)
Dwyane Wade might have retired from the NBA. However, even after his retirement, he makes his appearance in the headlines from time to time. The Miami Heat legend gained recognition for his awe-inspiring off-court initiatives and his involvement in numerous social and international causes. Along with his wife, Gabrielle Union, he utilizes their platform to promote issues that are important to them. Most recently, they took time apart from their busy schedules to celebrate their daughter’s birthday.
Following his daughter’s grand birthday celebration, Dwyane Wade was spotted enjoying ‘quiet time’ with a 6-year-old “best friend” of his.
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Dwyane Wade and his wife celebrated their daughter’s birthday
Zaya Wade recently turned 16 on May 29.? Her parents, Dwyane Wade and Gabrielle Union, were there to commemorate this special occasion. The parents took to Instagram to celebrate the big day. They posted a few pictures from the day, along with some sweet throwback pictures from her early years.
The couple has always supported social causes and encouraged their kids. Zaya came out as transgender in 2020 at the age of 12. Dwyane Wade and Gabrielle Union enthusiastically supported her decision. Zaya has had a big impact following her coming out, particularly in the fashion sector. Furthermore, she recently made her runway modeling debut, displaying her abilities and breaking down barriers. Gabrielle Union also posted a video of Zaya imitating runway models as the couple cheered for her on Zaya’s birthday.
Meanwhile, Dwyane Wade was recently spotted hanging out with his 6-year-old “best friend”.
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MILWAUKEE, WI – JANUARY 20: Dwyane Wade address the crowd during a game between the Marquette Golden Eagles and the Providence Friars at the Fiserv Forum on January 20, 2019 in Milwaukee, WI. (Photo by Larry Radloff/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)
Dwyane Wade recently shared a reel on his Instagram story.
In the reel, he was lying near a pool on a sun bed, with a Donna Stroller nearby. As the camera approached him, he shushed the person behind the camera. He did not wish to disturb his 6-year-old best friend, ‘Tre’ Wade.
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‘Tre’ Wade is Dwyane Wade’s French bulldog who is currently six years old. The retired NBA player has taken quite a liking to dogs throughout the years. Apart from Tre, the couple are also friends with Bobby Hurley, Pink, Jaro and Charlie Blue.
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