Overview

• Gabrielle Union expressed a mix of excitement and fear as her stepdaughter Zaya Wade prepares to leave for college this fall as an astrobiology major.
• Zaya and her younger sister Kaavia are sharing special moments during their final year at the same school, including daily lunches together.
• Zaya has been vocal about prioritizing safety and community acceptance as a Black transgender student when selecting a college.
• The Wade family moved from Florida to California in 2023 to provide a more supportive environment for Zaya's growth and activism.
• Union and Zaya share a close bond, with Zaya crediting her stepmother for instilling confidence and supporting her through personal and academic milestones.