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Dwyane Wade Reveals Wife’s Preferred Family Nickname and Rough Start as Stepmom

Union has grown into a supportive stepmother known as 'Nickie' by Wade’s children.

Dwyane Wade and Gabrielle Union on TODAY.
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Overview

  • On the July 9 episode of Today with Jenna & Friends, Wade revealed that Union objects to being called “Gabby” and instead goes by “Nickie” in the family.
  • The nickname “Nickie” stems from Union’s middle name, Monique, and was featured on the sign Wade held when he proposed.
  • Wade called introducing Union to his three eldest children and adopted nephew “the biggest step” in their relationship and admitted those early days were “rough.”
  • Over a decade into their marriage, Union has forged a special bond with daughter Zaya, playing a pivotal role in boosting her confidence during her coming-out journey.
  • Wade’s blended household includes children Zaire, Zaya, Xavier and Kaavia along with his adopted nephew Dahveon Morris, highlighting the complexity of their family dynamics.