Dwyane Wade American Basketball Player From Chicago
Dwyane Wade · basketball player and sports commentator · American
Known for
Latest Videos From Dwyane Wade’s YouTube Channel
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7 Footer Aday Mara Left Spain to Chase His NBA Dream | Michigan → OKC Thunder I 12th Pick II EP2
The story of Aday Mara going from UCLA, to Michigan, to the 12th overall pick in the NBA Draft💯
Dwyane Wade on Social Media
Counts with the date they were readInstagram stats
- Followers
- 18.9M @dwyanewade
- Engagement rate
- 0.54% below average for accounts this size
- Average likes
- 100,926
- Average comments
- 1,370 Based on the last 7 posts
Figures from public Instagram data via the official Meta API; refreshed about every 30 days.
Biography
Born on 17 January 1982 in Chicago, Dwyane Wade is an American basketball player. Dwyane Wade has lined up for Miami Heat (2003–2016) and Marquette Golden Eagles men's basketball (2001–2003).
Early life
He attended Marquette University, finishing in 2003; Harold L. Richards High School; and Marquette University.
Career
The records list him as a shooting guard. The first club on record is Marquette Golden Eagles men's basketball (2001). He has played for 5 teams on record, including Miami Heat, Miami Heat and Cleveland Cavaliers. 13 years at Miami Heat make up the longest period in his listed career. At Miami Heat (2003–2016), his team-mates on record include Shaquille O'Neal, Amar'e Stoudemire and Josh Harrellson. Chicago Bulls team-mates from the same years include Jimmy Butler.
On screen, the records list 2 credits, among them What to Expect When You're Expecting (2012) and Just Wright (2010). As of August 2025, he counts 139K subscribers on YouTube.
Recognition
He won the NBA All-Rookie Team in 2004. Dwyane Wade also has received a Best Breakthrough Athlete ESPY Award (2005) and a Best NBA Player ESPY Award (2006). Altogether, 9 wins and 9 nominations are listed.
Personal life
He has been married to Gabrielle Union since 2014. He is the father of Zaya Wade.
Teams
5 teams| Years | Team | Position |
|---|---|---|
| 2001–2003 | Marquette Golden Eagles men's basketball | Shooting guard |
| 2003–2016 | Miami Heat | Shooting guard |
| 2016–2017 | Chicago Bulls | Shooting guard |
| 2017–2018 | Cleveland Cavaliers | Shooting guard |
| 2018–2019 | Miami Heat | Shooting guard |
Awards and nominations
9 won, 9 nominated| Year | Award | For | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | BET Humanitarian Award | Won | |
| 2010 | All-NBA Team | Won | |
| 2010 | NBA All-Star Game Kobe Bryant Most Valuable Player Award | Won | |
| 2009 | All-NBA Team | Won | |
| 2006 | Best NBA Player ESPY Award | Won | |
| 2006 | Bill Russell NBA Finals Most Valuable Player Award | Won | |
| 2006 | Sports Illustrated Sportsperson of the Year | Won | |
| 2005 | Best Breakthrough Athlete ESPY Award | Won | |
| 2004 | NBA All-Rookie Team | Won | |
| 2010 | Best NBA Player ESPY Award | Nominated | |
| 2009 | Best NBA Player ESPY Award | Nominated | |
| 2009 | BET Award for Athlete of the Century | Nominated | |
| 2007 | Best Play ESPY Award | Nominated | |
| 2007 | BET Award for Athlete of the Century | Nominated | |
| 2006 | Best Championship Performance ESPY Award | Nominated |
Show all 18 entries
| Year | Award | For | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | Best NBA Player ESPY Award | Nominated | |
| 2005 | Best Breakthrough Athlete ESPY Award | Nominated | |
| 2005 | Best NBA Player ESPY Award | Nominated |
Filmography
2 credits| Year | Title | Role | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | What to Expect When You're Expecting | Film | |
| 2010 | Just Wright | Film |
Dwyane Wade Photos
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Photo: U.S. Department of Defense Current Photos · Public domain
Frequently asked questions
How old is Dwyane Wade?
Dwyane Wade is 44 years old, born on 17 January 1982 in Chicago.
What is Dwyane Wade known for?
Dwyane Wade is a shooting guard who has played for Miami Heat and Marquette Golden Eagles men's basketball.
How tall is Dwyane Wade?
Dwyane Wade is 193 cm (6 ft 4 in) tall.
What is Dwyane Wade’s nationality?
Dwyane Wade is American, born in Chicago.
Who is Dwyane Wade married to?
Dwyane Wade is married to Gabrielle Union; they married in 2014.
Has Dwyane Wade won any awards?
Yes. 9 awards are on record, including BET Humanitarian Award (2013).
Sources
- Wikidata (Q31683), accessed October 2026
- Follower counts: dated individually above
- YouTube: video titles and publish dates
- Photo: Flickr user Keith Allison · CC BY-SA 2.0
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