Overview

• Wade called introducing Gabrielle Union to his children the biggest step in their relationship and admitted the early days were rough since she hadn’t signed up to be a stepmom.
• Union explained that her role is not to replace his children’s mother but to be a consistent, loving adult focused on their peace and happiness.
• The family nickname “Nickie,” drawn from Union’s middle name, has replaced the unwanted “Gabby” in their household vocabulary.
• Wade praised the special bond Union built with his daughter Zaya, highlighting her support during Zaya’s public coming-out journey.
• He described an “incredible” father-daughter date with six-year-old Kaavia at an American Girl store as a highlight of their week together