Dwyane Wade’s Daughter Zaya, 17, Turns Heads in Form-Fitting Red Dress with Thigh-High Slit at Dad’s Statue Unveiling

Zaya Wade stole the spotlight at her father’s special event in Florida, though some eagle-eyed netizens couldn’t help but wonder if she was truly at ease.

Zaya Wade was all smiles as she joined the celebration of her father, NBA legend Dwyane Wade, at the “Statues Are Forever” party hosted by FRWD and Revolve on October 25. However, her look on that occasion divided netizens.

The party held at Queen Miami Beach came shortly after the Miami Heat honored Dwyane as the first player to receive a statue outside the team’s arena, recognizing his record as the franchise’s all-time leading scorer and his role, alongside Udonis Haslem, in all three NBA championships.

The celebration was a family affair, with Dwyane’s other children, Zaire and Kaavia, and his wife, actress Gabrielle Union, also showing their support. “written in stone ♥️ [sic],” Gabrielle shared on Instagram, capturing the family’s pride.

While the entire Wade family and their relatives dressed to impress, it was Zaya’s eye-catching ensemble that captured the most attention.

She wore a form-fitting, sleeveless red dress with a square neckline and a thigh-high slit, completing the look with a small black handbag and black heels. Her braids and glasses added a unique touch, highlighting her understated elegance.

Netizens shared mixed reactions to Zaya’s ensemble. “Looks Uncomfortable In Women Clothes [sic],” one user observed, while another agreed, “Love the family but Zaya really look uncomfortable in that dress [sic]!”