?Why Am I Here?: Tensed By ?Lights Coming Through?, 51YO Hollywood Icon Drove Dwyane Wade?s Life To Change in 2005

Dwyane Wade is a man of many talents. The Miami Heat legend has found success in business and fashion. From being known as ‘Flash’ on the court to ‘Mr. Flashy’ off it, the Chicago native has always carried himself in an impeccable manner. However, before he became the inspiration that he is today, the legendary guard never intended to be a fashion icon. A decision made by a Hollywood icon put him on this path, though and he has never looked back since.

Wade has earned a lot of plaudits for his fashion statements on various red carpets over the last few months. The 3x NBA Champion is almost always joined by his wife, Gabrielle Union, at these events. The two of them have often been the highlight but Wade’s life might have been different had he not met Sean Combs, commonly known as Diddy, in 2005.

Dwyane Wade reveals his fashion story

During a recent appearance on the Top Billin podcast, host Bill Bellamy asked Wade about his fashion journey. Recalling his first major break in the industry, the Miami legend revealed it was due to Diddy that he got in. The now 51-year-old Hollywood icon was at a Miami Heat Game in 2005 where Wade caught the mogul’s attention.

Further explaining how the story unfolded, Wade stated, “In 2005, Big game in Miami I go crazy, and puff (Diddy) is at the game.” Recollecting memories from that day Wade recalled going out to a club after the game. Revealing how it all went down, Wade stated, “I am in the back, and all I see is lights coming through, and like big dudes coming at me and boom Puff walk up to me.”

Reenacting Diddy’s words, he said, “I am going to make you the first NBA superstar model in the world.” And just like that, the next day, Wade was in Puff’s mansion wondering, “Why am I here?”

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That very night, the 13x NBA All-Star signed for Diddy, making him a model overnight. As he revealed in his own words, “I was in magazines, in billboards all over New York, young, fly and m*****f*****g flashy.”

Dwyane Wade’s daughter Zaya has followed in her father’s footsteps

Zaya Wade, the 15-year-old daughter of the NBA legend, is already sending shockwaves through the fashion industry. Openly coming out as a transgender when she was just 12, Zaya has also been an advocate for LGBTQIA+ rights.

When not inspiring the younger generation, she can often be found in the fashion world. Recently walking her first runway at Paris Fashion Week, the young influencer has emulated similar, if not more, success than her father in the fashion industry. The sky is the limit for the young star.

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