Dwyane Wade‘s reaction to daughter Zaya Wade’s high school milestone is a slam dunk.
After the 17-year-old shared a glimpse into her senior prom look, which featured a sleeveless gown with floral appliques, the retired NBA star couldn’t help but gush.
Dwyane commented on Zaya’s May 8 Instagram post with three words: “We Love You.”
Zaya shared a glimpse into her glam outing days after cheering on Dwyane—also dad to Zaire Wade, 23, Xavier Wade, 11, Kaavia Wade, 6, and legal guardian of nephew Dahveon Morris, 23—and stepmom Gabrielle Union as they walked the red carpet at the 2025 Met Gala May 5.
“Alright, show up and show out!” Zaya exclaimed in an Instagram Stories video of the former Miami Heat star and the Bring It On actress, who sported coordinating black-and-white Prada ensembles. “This is what we wanna see.”
Of course the high school senior is no stranger to sharing insight into her close bond with her dad. In fact, Zaya, who came out publicly as transgender in 2020, recently detailed how much having the former basketball player in her corner has meant to her.
“As an African American male, to be so openly and outwardly accepting,” she noted about her dad in a Seventeen interview published in February. “Because honestly, him being raised in a traditional Black household in Chicago…the culture there isn’t very queer-friendly. I hope that it will continue to inspire people to allow themselves to learn and understand queerness before bashing it.”
As for further proof, the love between Zaya and parents Dwyane and Gabrielle runs deep, she even revealed their very different approaches to her dating life.
“They’re really cool about it,” she said. “Me and my stepmom love to dish the dirt and tap into the high school gossip. She gets excited for me when I’m like, ‘Oh, I like this person.’”
As for her dad, according to Zaya, the basketball star “tries to scare” any person she is interested in.
“He’s kind of intimidating,” she added. “The people I’ve dated have all been afraid of him in the first interaction. He’s gigantic and he has this deep, booming voice. But the facade only lasts for so long and you actually see his real personality. He’s a teddy bear.”
Read on to see more celebrity kids in their prom outfits over the years.
Isaac Rivera
Kailyn Lowry shared this pic of herself with sons Lincoln and Isaac in May 2025, writing, “Sent @isaacelliottr off to prom this weekend.”
Deacon Phillippe
Reese Witherspoon and Ryan Phillippe‘s son posed on a putting green in a dark grey suit and pink flower corsage before heading to prom.
Annalise McIntosh
Amy Robach and Tim McIntosh‘s daughter donned a black gown with a plunging v-neckline and silver ring center while posing alongside her mom. The former GMA3: What You Need to Know simply captioned the post with a rose emoji, “Senior prom 2024.”
Fiona Eve Facinelli
The daughter of Jennie Garth and Peter Facinelli posed in a black fitted gown with a side slit and black strappy heels ahead of her prom.
“This will be my second to last prom with my girls,” the Beverly Hills, 90210 alum wrote on Instagram June 4. “It’s always so fun helping them to get dressed up and feeling beautiful. Enjoy every moment of the journey. It passes by so fast…”
Lola Ray Facinelli
Jennie Garth showed off her sewing skills on Instagram, writing, “Ok, so tbh when my daughter said ‘I wanna make my prom dress’ she really meant ‘Mom I want you to make my prom dress.'”
“Guys, sewing isn’t my thing!!” added the actress, who shares Lola with ex Peter Facinelli. “But somehow I pulled it off!”
Iris Apatow
Ahead of the big dance, Judd Apatow and Leslie Mann‘s daughter made a TikTok with friends to show off their stylish ensembles.
Elliott Stephanopoulos
Ali Wentworth posted an Instagram photo of her eldest daughter standing next to dad George Stephanopoulos on prom night, clarifying, “That is not her date….”
Joaquin Consuelos
“Prom Night 2021,” Kelly Ripa, who shares her son with husband Mark Consuelos, wrote on Instagram. “Joaquin and Melissa.”
Natalia Bryant
Kobe Bryant and Vanessa Bryant‘s eldest daughter was pretty in pink on prom night.
Maddie Watson
Jamie Lynn Spears‘ oldest daughter towered over her in this junior prom photo.
Bella Murphy
Eddie Murphy‘s ex Nicole Murphy posted this photo of their daughter.
Sascha Seinfeld
Jerry Seinfeld and Jessica Seinfeld‘s daughter looked all grown up in this prom pic.
Caleb McLaughlin
The Stranger Things star looks dapper in his tux.
Lola Consuelos
“It only took 20 hours,” Kelly Rupa joked of her and Mark Consuelos‘ daughter on Instagram, “but we finally got two approved prom photos.”
Jaden Smith & Amandla Stenberg
The son of Will Smith and Jada Pinkett-Smith struck a pose with the Hunger Games alum before heading to prom. Shaking up the internet, the singer skipped the suit and opted for a dress-like outfit—we stan!
Paris Jackson
Seeing blue! The daughter of Michael Jackson rocked a turquoise ‘do to the big dance, writing on Instagram, “only true friends dye their hair to match their gal’s prom gown.”
Amelia Gray Hamlin
Lisa Rinna and Harry Hamlin‘s daughter stunned in a simple (but striking!) red strap dress for prom night. “PROM 2019,” the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star captioned her Instagram post. “#ProudMama.”
Yara Shahidi
The Grown-ish actress went for a high-fashion moment for the fun-filled occasion. She wears a multi-colored green dress, strappy sandals and accessories with timeless pieces (like a black clutch and gold earrings).
Lola Consuelos
Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos‘ daughter looked lovely in a lavender slip gown. She kept things minimal with sleek straight hair and natural makeup. “Prom night 2018,” the 48-year-old talk show host captioned the adorable picture.
Elle Fanning
The Maleficent actress looks like a real-life princess in this larger-than-life ball gown. “Reliving my Senior Prom,” she wrote on Instagram. “Thank you, @basquitwat for flying out since I could not be home and making our prom night one to remember forever!”
Gaten Matarazzo
The Stranger Things star suited up for prom with his girlfriend. “Do-over!!!! I like this first pic better,” he wrote. “Junior prom with my best friends and the most beautiful girlfriend ever.”
Ming Lee Simmons
Kimora Lee Simmons shared a heartfelt message about her daughter and ex Russell Simmons‘ daughter before the big dance. “OMG!! My baby’s going to junior PROM!! I’ve been emotional and crying all week and alllll day,” the fashion designer posted on Instagram. “oh, and mama made this dress! And I made that beauty that’s wearing it!”
Rowan Blanchard
It’s a date! The Girl Meets World star attended the dance with her BFF, writing on Instagram, “Ah!!! I went to prom with @yarashahidi.”
Ariana Biermann
“Prom w my love,” the daughter of Kim Zolciak wrote on Instagram, along with a photo of her and her date. She dazzled in a white strapless lace Sherri Hill dress and silver platform pumps.
Sailor Lee Brinkley-Cook
Christie Brinkley‘s daughter went to the big dance with a special someone, writing on Instagram, “Me and my sexy azz bahamian surfer musician prom date.”
Harley Quinn Smith & Lily-Rose Depp
Famous pairings! Kevin Smith‘s daughter and Johnny Depp‘s daughter took a break from acting to attend their high school prom.
Dylan Douglas
The son of Catherine Zeta-Jones and Michael Douglas donned a classic black and white tux for the special occasion.
