Dwyane Wade’s Daughter Zaya Wade Celebrates 18th Birthday With Major LGBTQ+ Advocacy Event, $100K Raised

Dwyane Wade and his family recently celebrated the 18th birthday of his daughter Zaya Wade with an event called The Venus Ascension Ball in Los Angeles, which doubled as a fundraiser for Translatable, a platform supporting LGBTQ+ youth that Zaya co-founded with her father. The celebration featured notable sponsorships, including a $100,000 donation from MAC Cosmetics to the Trans Wellness Center, highlighting the family's commitment to LGBTQ+ advocacy. Gabrielle Union, Wade's wife and Zaya’s stepmother, expressed deep admiration and support for Zaya's courage and transparency via Instagram, emphasizing her role as a beacon of strength and vulnerability. Wade has also taken an active role in mentoring Zaya on financial responsibility, encouraging her independence as she builds her career and partnerships with brands like Puma and Warby Parker. The event underscored the strong family bonds, with Union sharing uplifting messages from their youngest daughter Kaavia and the family united in support for Zaya’s journey. This milestone celebration reflects both Zaya's personal growth and the family's broader dedication to social causes and empowerment.