Zaya Wade, the daughter of NBA player Dwayne Wade and actress Gabrielle Union, is making waves as an activist, fashion icon, and now– cover girl.
Zaya’s debut as a magazine cover girl for DAZED has made headlines, featuring her in a casual Miu Miu outfit with free-flowing curls.
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Her impeccable fashion sense has earned her a reputation as a fashion icon, having attended fashion shows and walked the runway for Miu Miu’s Fall/Winter 2023 show.
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Zaya’s influence goes beyond fashion; she is also an activist who uses her voice to promote inclusivity and equality. She emerged as a role model for trans youth around the world, having shared her very public transition since 12-year-old. Since then, she has been using her platform to advocate for trans rights and wants others like her to know they are far from alone.
In an interview with DAZED, she said, “You’re not alone! There are so many people out there. I wish I knew that as a kid because I felt so isolated, thinking there was no one else like me. And the percentage of trans adults versus trans children is such a wide difference. [When you’re] a child at school, you’re like, “I’m trans, and I don’t see many trans people, so I feel isolated, I feel different from anyone.”
“But that is not the only community. There are thousands of communities waiting [for you], and the trans community is forever growing. Even if you can’t have direct contact with them, just seeing their experience is so accessible because of social media. Other people can inspire you.”
Zaya’s family has been a constant source of support throughout her journey. They have championed her becoming, even in the face of adversity. Their unconditional love has provided Zaya with a solid foundation to stand on, a powerful message for those struggling to find acceptance in society.
