Quick Info
| Profession | Retired professional basketball player, actor and producer |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 17/01/1982 |
| Age | 44 years |
| Birthplace | Chicago, Illinois, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Capricorn |
Latest News about Dwyane Wade
30/10/2026
The Miami Heat unveiled a redesigned head for Dwyane Wade's statue outside the Kaseya Center after the original 2024 statue was widely criticized for not resembling him. Wade published an essay explaining that the team had listened to feedback and agreed to make adjustments to the face. He said he hoped fans would see a better likeness of him and see themselves in the tribute.
21/06/2026
Zaire Wade, Dwyane Wade's eldest son, was arrested on a charge of felony domestic violence after an alleged dispute at his Burbank home. The case concerns his son, not Dwyane Wade himself.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Dwyane Tyrone Wade Jr. |
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| Summary | Dwyane Wade is a retired American shooting guard who spent most of his 16 NBA seasons with the Miami Heat. He later became a co-owner of the Utah Jazz and has worked in television and film. |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 6′ 3¼″ (1.91 m) |
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| Position | Shooting guard |
Educational Qualification(s)
| University | Marquette University |
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| Major | Broadcasting |
Personal Life
| Marriage | Married Gabrielle Union on 30/08/2014 in Miami |
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Relationships & More
| Spouse | Gabrielle Union |
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| Previous Spouse | Siohvaughn Funches (married 2002, divorced 2010) |
| Other Relationships | Had a son with reality television personality Aja Metoyer during a separation |
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Career
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Favourites
| Film Genre | Disney movies |
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| Team | Miami Heat |
Style Quotient
| Fashion | Known for a passion for fashion and a line of designer socks called Wade's World |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. He credits his grandmother for the spelling of his first name. | |
| 2. His sister Tragil is the family member he credits most for guiding him. | |
| 3. Marquette University named an award after him, the Dwyane Wade Legacy of Leadership Award, and he received the first one in 2005. | |
| 4. He is known for tithing a portion of his salary to his church. | |
| 5. He won custody of his two sons in 2011. |
