Years After Fear Drove Her to Stepmother?s Arms, 16YO Zaya?s $16.82 Billion Stint Receives Affirmation From Gabrielle Union

Earlier this year, Miami Heat star Dwyane Wade?s daughter Zaya Wade garnered quite attention after being granted for an official name change and gender approval. While her decision was lauded by fans and luminaries, it took people back to the story when Zaya was scared of her father and ran into her stepmother’s arms to hide.

In several interviews, Zaya has mentioned how her family has supported her throughout this journey. The 16-year-old revealed her biggest inspiration was her stepmother, Gabrielle Union. It was she who helped and guided Zaya during the tough times, which showed in her recent social media stint.

Proud parent Gabrielle Union praises Zaya?s fashion flair

This has been quite a year for the 16-year-old Zaya. In March, she debuted as a model for a fashion brand, Miu Miu, with her parents present at the front row cheering for their daughter. It looks like Zaya is on the rise since. She has made another splash with the fashion brand recently, with another post that marks her association with the firm.

It left her stepmother, Union, giving a shout-out to Zaya as she posted a picture of the girl flaunting company apparel on her Instagram story. As she continues to chase her dreams, the American actress has kept showering love upon her.

Shattering the stereotypes, 16 years old Zaya has come a long way and gives credit to her family for always being her biggest supporters. In 2020, Zaya and Union were seen walking the red carpets of the Truth Awards in Los Angeles in matching clothes with the colors of the genderqueer and non-binary pride flags.

While Zaya has continued to appreciate her father’s support, Wade himself has admitted to lagging behind in his fatherly duties. But what caused the rift?

Dwyane Wade once revealed why he wasn’t a good father

Former Miami Heat star Wade has forged many record-breaking moments in his illustrious career. But despite his best efforts in his personal life, the player believes that ignorance caused his daughter to be hesitant to discuss her perceptions with him.

In an interview, he shared that his daughter Zaya?s fear of him made him question his parenting style. The 12-year-old girl was so terrified at one time that she ran into her stepmother’s arms to hide.

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It was Union who comforted and supported her. The unconditional love and support Zaya has received from the American actress has molded her strong personality. Her father, Wade, has also massively supported all her decisions.

What do you think about their relationship? What are your thoughts on their parenting style? Let us know in the comments.

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