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Daily Mail
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- Daily Mail
Dwyane Wade and Gabrielle Union celebrate transgender daughter Zaya's graduation
Gabrielle Union and Dwyane Wade proudly posed with his transgender daughter Zaya Wade moments after she graduated from Campbell Hall on Wednesday. The 18-year-old nepo baby donned a classic cap and gown over a b&w dress for the ceremony held at the Walt Disney Concert Hall in downtown LA amid the ICE raid protests. The 43-year-old retired NBA star beamed as he embraced Zaya (born Zion), who will begin her astrobiology studies at a mystery college in a Democratically-leaning blue state this fall. Dwyane's 23-year-old son Zaire Wade posted a Snapchat video of himself posing back to back with his sister on the LA Phil staircase, and she also posed with her six-year-old half-sister Kaavia. Wade welcomed Zaya and Zaire during his five-year marriage to high school sweetheart Siohvaughn Funches, which ended in 2007. The Utah Jazz co-owner also fathered 11-year-old son Xavier with babymama Aja Metoyer, and raised his 23-year-old nephew Dahveon Morris. Notable alumni of the Studio City private school includes filmmaker Paul Thomas Anderson, actress Dakota Fanning, her younger sister Elle Fanning, Modern Family alum Ariel Winter, and the Olsen twins. It was Gabrielle who publicly announced Zaya's gender affirmation, at age 12, on February 11, 2020 and she's 'instilled such a confidence in my femininity.' 'I tried to compensate in every single way, and it was so draining,' Wade - who's currently taking estrogen - recalled to Who What Wear last April. '[Union] was so adamant about telling me that I don't have to look or act a certain way — I can just be me. And, oh my god, I thank her every day for it.' On May 29, the outspoken Zoomer transformed her 18th birthday ball at NueuHouse Hollywood into a $20/ticket fundraiser for her non-profit organization Translatable, and MAC Cosmetics donated $100K to the Trans Wellness Center in her honor. It also marked the one-year anniversary for the digital arts initiative designed to empower trans youth of color and their families, which Zaya and Dwyane co-founded together. 'Your transparency should be studied @zayawade,' the 52-year-old Riff Raff actress - who boasts 37M social media followers - gushed of her stepdaughter. 'They say parents are the ones to raise and show their children "the way," but you've been the one to show us what true strength, vulnerability, and love really look like. 'At just 18, you've already shown the world what it means to be brave. Your courage lights the way for so many to follow, and we're right beside you every step of the way.' The 43-year-old retired NBA star beamed as he embraced Zaya (born Zion), who will begin her astrobiology studies at a mystery college in a Democratically-leaning blue state this fall Dwyane's 23-year-old son Zaire Wade posted a Snapchat video of himself posing back to back with his sister on the LA Phil staircase, and she also posed with her six-year-old half-sister Kaavia On May 29, the outspoken Zoomer transformed her 18th birthday ball at NueuHouse Hollywood into a $20/ticket fundraiser for her non-profit organization Translatable, and MAC Cosmetics donated $100K to the Trans Wellness Center in her honor Zaya is every bit the influencer with paid partnerships for brands like Chanel, Revolve, Fujifilm Instax, and Uber. The married couple of 10 years - who split in 2013 - originally met at a Super Bowl party in 2007 before going public with their romance in 2010. Gabrielle will next voice Jett Fillmore aka Black Leopard in Tyree Dillihay's animated basketball film GOAT - hitting US/UK theaters February 13 - alongside Caleb McLaughlin, David Harbour, Nicola Coughlan, Jenifer Lewis, Nick Kroll, and Patton Oswalt. Union's other upcoming films include Justin Dyck's horror flick The Casket Girls and Meredith Alloway's witchy femme cult flick Forbidden Fruits.
Time of India
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
"Being me, looking fabulous" - Dwyane Wade's daughter goes candid about her career plans and NBA life
Dwyane Wade's daughter goes candid about her career plans and NBA life (Image Credit: Getty Images) Dwyane Wade 's daughter, Zaya, is special in several ways, and she proved the same in a new promotional video. She wittily talked about her thoughts on swapping life with her dad, her career plans, and family, garnering loads of praise from fans and friends. Dwyane Wade's daughter Zaya Wade goes candid, talking about her ideal life Dwyane Wade's daughter, Zaya Wade, spoke her mind in a video, which was shot to promote a beauty products brand. Operation Sindoor 'Did not want to...': Pak def min gives absurd excuse for army's failure to withstand Op Sindoor Blackouts, sirens & Pak's failed attacks: 10 things that happened in the last 36 hrs '1971 war was not remotely as terrifying': Residents of border areas shell-shocked Zaya gave quick replies to questions related to adopting NBA life just for a day, and what she intends to do in her life. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like We Called 100 Car Insurance Companies – This One Was the Cheapest AutoTrends Learn More Undo Wade entertained everyone with quick, witty replies. When asked if she would want to swap life for a day with her basketball star father, she served a stunner by saying: 'I would not swap lives with my dad for one day.' Wade went on to give a view of her career plans in that short video, throwing light on how youth aspire to live and create their legacy. Zaya Wade shared her career plans and answered questions about family Zaya Wade showed her confident side in a video where the topic of a quick one-to-one was her and her family. When she was asked what she wanted to be famous for, she replied: 'Being me, being a scientist, looking fabulous. What else?' She was also asked, 'What quality did she share with her father?' To that, she replied, 'We both are incredibly funny.' She wrapped up the video with this line, 'I am Zaya Wade, and iconic runs in the family.' Zaya Wade on Style, Growth, and What Her Parents' Support Has Meant | Who What Wear Zaya was a part of a fun video, which was shot to promote a cosmetics brand. She represented the millennial population, and her thoughts resonated effortlessly with the prevalent mindset of the younger generation. This video was posted at the official Instagram account of the beauty products brand, and was captioned as: '17 going on scientist. Meet the next generation of M·A·C icons: @zayawade and #MACLipglassAir ' Zaya's replies won her loads of praise from fans who loved her confidence and smart take on life. Previously, in 2020, she made news by coming out as transgender . Since then, she has been vocal about LGBTQ+ issues. Zaya is not alone in this and has the support of her parents, who love her unconditionally. Also Read: Zaya Wade gets unwavering support from her parents Gabriella Union and Dwyane Wade at 2025 Oscars: 'This isn't the time for fear' Do you relate to Zaya Wade's idea of being herself in her life and adopting a career path different from her parents? Share in the comments.
Yahoo
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Zaya Wade Is Breathtakingly Elegant in an Ethereal Prom Dress
Zaya Wade looks fierce and flawless in everything she wears, so why would her prom look be any different? (Spoiler: It wasn't!) The 17-year-old just shared three stunning shots from her prom, and she is absolutely breathtaking. The young model wears a ball gown with lace detailing up top, spaghetti straps, and an airy tulle bottom. The prom dress is so timeless and ethereal, and Zaya looks so simply radiant. The photos are in black-and-white, so we don't know what color her dress was, but we do know that she looked so elegant and grown up. More from SheKnows Gabrielle Union Shares the Heartwarming Way Zaya Wade Is Bonding With Sister Kaavia Before College Begins 'senior prom 🩶,' she captioned the carousel. Fans are just as in awe of the gorgeous daughter of Dwyane Wade and Siohvaughn Funches as we are. 'Beautiful 😍😍😍,' one person commented. Another added, 'Diva😍 you look beautiful.' In March, Zaya shared her senior portraits, and those heartwarming shots came with a disclaimer. 'senior pics 🖤,' she captioned the carousel of photos. 'try not to cry, dad.' Because even though the public might know Wade as a tough NBA Hall of Famer, Zaya told Seventeen that he is a total teddy bear. 'Just proud that I get to see this day 😍,' Wade commented, and we have to imagine he is feeling the same way about Zaya's prom. Along with Zaya, Wade shares sons Zaire and Xavier with Funches and daughter Kaavia with wife Gabrielle Union. Earlier this week, Union talked about how everyone is feeling about Zaya preparing for college. 'Scared but excited for her,' Union told People ahead of the Met Gala. '[She's] an astrobiology major. So we can't help with that. We haven't been able to help with homework since the fourth grade, but we're excited for next year.' And while Kaavia and Zaya have this final year in school together, with Kaavia in kindergarten and Zaya a senior, the half sisters are trying to get in as much bonding time as possible. 'During Kaav's lunch, Zaya comes and hangs out with Kaav,' Union shared. 'And this is really special that they're at the same school, at least for one year.' It's all really special! The shared sisterly lunches. The tearjerking senior photos. And the breathtaking and timeless prom pictures. We know Zaya and her family must be feeling so many bittersweet emotions as they prepare for her graduation. It will be here before we know it, and we have an inkling that Zaya will also look incredible in a cap and of SheKnows Recent Baby & Toddler Product Recalls Every Parent and Caregiver Should Know About Celebrity Moms Who Were Honest About Miscarriage & Pregnancy Loss — Because It Matters All of the Most Iconic Pregnancy Looks at the Met Gala Over the Years
