Early Life and Education of Dwyane Wade: A Complete Timeline

How education and upbringing influenced the life of Dwyane Wade. A timeline of key moments.

Dwyane Wade is a retired American professional basketball player, primarily known for his time with the Miami Heat. Considered one of the greatest shooting guards in NBA history, he won three NBA championships with the Heat. A 13-time NBA All-Star, eight-time All-NBA Team member, and three-time All-Defensive Team member, Wade holds numerous Miami Heat franchise records, including points, games played, assists, and steals. He currently hosts the American version of The Cube.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

January 17, 1982: Dwyane Wade's Birth

On January 17, 1982, Dwyane Tyrone Wade Jr. was born. He later became a professional basketball player and host of 'The Cube'.

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October 14, 2001: Mother's Vow to Turn Life Around

On October 14, 2001, as Dwyane Wade's basketball career blossomed, his mother, JoLinda, vowed to turn her life around.

March 8, 2003: JoLinda Sees Wade Play

On March 8, 2003, Dwyane Wade's mother, JoLinda, saw him play basketball for the first time in five years as Marquette upset the Cincinnati Bearcats.

2003: Mother's Sobriety

In 2003, Dwyane Wade's mother, JoLinda, stopped using drugs, marking a turning point in her life.

January 2007: Jolinda ordained as Baptist minister

In January 2007, Wade's mother, Jolinda, was ordained as a Baptist minister and started the non-denominational Temple of Praise Binding and Loosing Ministry in Chicago.

February 21, 2007: Dislocated Shoulder

On February 21, 2007, Dwyane Wade dislocated his left shoulder during a game against the Houston Rockets and left the court in a wheelchair.

2007: Playoff Sweep and Surgeries

During the 2007 playoffs, Dwyane Wade and the Heat were swept in the first round by the Chicago Bulls. Post-playoffs, Wade underwent surgeries to repair his dislocated left shoulder and left knee.

2007: Appearance on Supernanny

In 2007, Wade appeared as a role model on Season 3, Episode 13, of Supernanny and gave advice to the family's son.

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May 2008: Wade purchases church for mother's ministry

In May 2008, Dwyane Wade purchased a church building in Chicago for his mother's ministry, the Temple of Praise Binding and Loosing Ministry.

December 2013: Wade and Union Get Engaged

In December 2013, Dwyane Wade and Gabrielle Union became engaged to be married.

August 30, 2014: Wade and Union Get Married

On August 30, 2014, Dwyane Wade and Gabrielle Union got married in Miami following a prenuptial agreement.

November 7, 2018: Wade and Union Welcome First Child Together

On November 7, 2018, Dwyane Wade and Gabrielle Union welcomed their first child together, a daughter, who was born via surrogate.

2019: Guest Judge on America's Got Talent

In 2019, Wade appeared as a guest judge on season 14 of America's Got Talent alongside his wife, Gabrielle Union. Wade pressed the Golden Buzzer for dance group V.Unbeatable.

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