Dwyane Wade argued daughter Zaya’s legal name change would help her live with “confidence and joy.”
, Wade asserted that Zaya, 15, would be able to “live more comfortably and honestly in all aspects of her life” after making the legal changes.
“This petition is about allowing Zaya to take on the milestones of being a young adult with confidence and joy,” the former athlete added, stating that he supports whatever is in the “best interest” of his child.Shutterstock ; Courtesy of Siovhaughn Funches/Instagram, explaining his opinion that the changes would make a difference in all aspects of Zaya’s life, “from simple introductions and food orders, to applying for a driver’s license and filling out college applications.
He continued: “While it certainly would have been preferable for Zaya’s mother to be supportive of this important part of Zaya’s journey, Zaya should not be forced to put her life on hold while she waits for Siohvaughn to acknowledge and accept her truth.”
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