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Dwayne Wade’s Trans Daughter Zaya Makes Red Carpet Debut At Truth Awards

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March 8, 2020

Zaya Wade Graced The Red Carpet At Truth Awards

The internet went wild when Dwyane Wade and his wife Gabrielle Union introduced their child Zion as a transgender announcing his transition from male to female.

The 12 year old with the support of her parents changed h1er name to Zaya and asking to be referred to with she/her pronouns.

On Saturday, Zaya made finally made her red carpet debut at the Truth Awards in Los Angeles. Regardless of the backlash she has received, Zaya took to the red carpet at the sixth annual instalment of the award show.

Dwyane shared some photos of his family at the event, noting that they were there to support their friends, married business partners of JSN Studio, Jason Bolden and Adair Curtis, who were honoured with the Business Leadership Award.

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“Zaya how does that custom @richfresh feel???” Dwyane wrote on the first photo of himself and his wife posing with Zaya, who was rocking a bright green Richfresh blouse and matching tuxedo jacket.

The former NBA player used the opportunity to shed light on the objective of the Truth Awards. “Last night was a dope experience for our family,” he continued. “The Truth Awards was created to recognize and highlight the accomplishments of the Black LGBTQ+ community and its allies.

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He wrote in another post : “Everyone allow her to re-introduce herself her name is Zaya Wade!” he wrote. “Last night was Zaya’s first red carpet and we couldn’t have been prouder of how she handled the questions that were asked of her. She has emerged as one of the young faces and voices for the LGBTQ+ community.”

Gabrielle Union also shared series of pictures from the event with the caption : “It was an EPIC night filled with so much love & a real sense of community. It was important for Zaya to be a part of such a beautiful night & reminding her of all the love & support she has. We were moved to tears so many times throughout the night. So much gratitude.”