Wade has a son, Xavier, who is ten years old, and two daughters, Zaire, who is twenty-one and Zaya, who is sixteen, with his ex-wife Siovaughn Funches. Kaavia James, who is five years old, was born to Wade and actress Gabrielle Union in 2018. Dahveon Morris, Wade’s nephew, is 21 years old, and he is also his legal guardian.
Raising a blended family is something that Wade and Union have discussed openly. Union said in 2017 that she had a complete paradigm shift regarding her future goals after meeting Wade and his children.
“I never wаnted kids,” she tоld PEоPLE. “Then I becаme а stepmоm, аnd there wаs nо plаce I’d rаther be thаn with them.”The first children’s book written by Union was a “love letter to every non-traditional family, blended families, that no matter how you became a new family, it is beautiful and real.” Union characterized it to PEOPLE as such after welcoming Kaavia.
Wade stated to PEOPLE in 2021 that he and his wife make an effort to “get to know” their children. “I try to meet them where they’re at, and I don’t try to always bring them to where I want them to be,” according to him.
Another crucial thing, according to the athlete, is to “lead with love.”
“I want to be somebody who my kids always understand, that can adapt, and that is willing to grow and is willing to learn,” he stated in 2021 to PEOPLE. “Also, someone that they can come to for advice about this, that or the third, and that will not be judgmental about it.”
A question on the Florida lawmakers who support Wade but oppose LGBTQ rights came up during his April 2023 appearance on Headliners.
The ex-Miami Heat star joked, “That’s another reason why I don’t live in that state,” when asked about moving his family to California. “A lot of people don’t know that. I have to make decisions for my family, not just personal, individual decisions. My family would not be accepted or feel comfortable there.”
The complete story of Dwyane Wade’s blended family is told here.
Shaun Morris, twenty-one
Courts granted Wade primary custody of his nephew Dahveon Morris in 2011. Having played basketball together while attending Sierra Canyon School, Dahveon and Zaire are extremely close cousins. Union, who starred in Cheaper by the Dozen, took to Instagram in April 2019 to document the extravagant prom celebration that Wade and Union hosted for their nephew. She jotted down “PROM!!!!!” next to a sentimental family photo.
Zairé Wade, twenty-oneWade married his high school sweetheart at the time, Funches, and they had a son, Zaire Wade, on February 4, 2002. Wade became a father for the first time at the tender age of twenty.
From an early age, Zaire aspired to follow in his father’s footsteps and play in the National Basketball Association (NBA). He attended the illustrious Sierra Canyon School in the Los Angeles area, where he played high school basketball with Bronny James, son of LeBron James.
Although he has benefited from inherited athleticism to a certain extent, carrying on his father’s surname has subjected him to immense scrutiny and demands. Although Wade has acknowledged that he is only a “passenger seat” to his son’s basketball career, Zaire is fortunate to have his support.
In 2020, Dwyane Wade expressed his support for his son Zaire’s basketball aspirations, emphasizing the diverse paths to NBA success. Zaire achieved his dream in 2021, getting drafted by the Salt Lake City Stars. Beyond basketball, Zaire is an entrepreneur, running YnG DnA with his dad, and supporting LGBTQI+ causes through a pride collection.
Zaya, Dwyane’s daughter, came out as transgender in 2020, garnering family support. Despite trolls, Zaya continues to advocate for LGBTQI+ rights. Dwyane emphasized his role as a supportive father amid custody battles with his ex-wife, Siobhvaugn Funches-Wade.
The Wade family’s advocacy led to Time’s 100 Most Influential People of 2020. Zaya’s journey, from coming out to legal name and gender changes, was supported by her family, who addressed false accusations about exploiting Zaya’s transition.
The family’s commitment to LGBTQ causes extended to Zaire, who collaborated on a pride collection. Zaya’s 16th birthday was celebrated with love and Instagram tributes from Union and Wade.
The Wades confronted trolls in 2022, limiting Zaya’s social media comments for her mental health. Dwyane addressed Funches-Wade’s allegations, defending Zaya’s rights. The legal battle concluded in 2023 with Zaya officially gaining a name change and gender recognition.
In 2023, the Wades relocated, emphasizing Zaya’s safety. Zaya debuted at Paris Fashion Week, echoing Union’s message of embracing authenticity. The family, including Xavier and Kaavia, celebrated milestones, demonstrating unity amid challenges.
