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Dwyane Wade was seen on social media showing off his $345 luxury asset.

The three-time renowned former NBA champion published some Instagram stories in which viewers could watch him working as an unpaid intern. Wade enters the offices and positions himself behind one of the work computers, providing an in-depth view of his day. Wade’s extravagant lifestyle became a major point, highlighting the striking contrast between his rich items and the claimed lack of pay for his services.

Dwyane Wade’s drip

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When he first joined the league, D-Wade claimed to have no grasp of fashion. Commissioner David Stern enforced that players wear ties, coats, and glasses over sweatpants, jerseys, and chains. Dwyane Wade and others have been flaunting their Armani and Valentino outfits since then.

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Wade is taking on a more ‘hands-on’ position in the fashion sector along with becoming a style ambassador. Wade has appeared in several magazine articles and publications. In 2005, he was named one of People’s 50 Most Beautiful People, and in 2006, GQ dubbed him the NBA’s best-dressed player.

Wade has been spotted on an Instagram post by Leaguefits, sporting Versace shades with the caption “Pass that Versace” as a message and referencing a Kanye West song in the post.

 

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Symbol of his success

Wade secured a lifetime endorsement deal with Chinese sportswear behemoth Li-Ning in 2012. The agreement was said to be worth $100 million over ten years. Wade, on the other hand, launched a lawsuit against Li-Ning in 2018, stating that the corporation owed him millions of dollars in royalties. Athletes are frequently obliged to perform significant unpaid labor for their sponsors, such as attending promotional events and posting on social media.

Wade was apparently forced to make at least ten appearances for Li-Ning per year, as well as engage in marketing campaigns and product launches. The lawsuit was settled out of court, but it brought to light the exploitative nature of endorsement relationships.

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While Wade’s $345 sunglasses appear to be a symbol of his success, it also serves as a reminder of his unpaid labor. The majority of athletes never achieve Wade’s level of fame and money, and they are frequently left with little to show for their years of dedication.

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