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How Dwyane Wade celebrated ‘queen’ Gabrielle Union’s 52nd birthday ahead of Miami Heat statue unveiling
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How Dwyane Wade celebrated ‘queen’ Gabrielle Union’s 52nd birthday ahead of Miami Heat statue unveiling

Dwyane Wade threw a surprise birthday party for Gabrielle Union at Casadonna in Miami on Sunday. Gabrielle Union/Instagram

Dwyane Wade threw a surprise 52nd birthday party for wife Gabrielle Union at Miami hotspot Casadonna just hours before he was honored by the Miami Heat on Sunday.

“Even though the weekend was about Dwyane, he still found a way to celebrate his queen,” an insider told Page Six exclusively of Union, who turns 52 on Oct. 29.

Union was said to have been completely shocked to see 40 of her closest friends and family waiting to congratulate her at the restaurant’s patio bar.

The actress was said to be “completely surprised” to find 40 friends and family waiting to surprise her at the Miami hotspot. Gabrielle Union/Instagram
“Even though the weekend was all about Dwyane, he still found a way to celebrate his queen,” an insider tells Page Six exclusively on Monday. Gabrielle Union/Instagram

“Gabrielle was completely surprised to see 40 friends and family ready to celebrate as her husband was about to have one of the biggest moments of his life,” the source said, adding that the couple “laughed with their friends throughout.” Brunch.”

The group dined in a private room at the trendy resort, and Union was treated to a large birthday cake. We hear All five of Wade’s children He was also present at the festivities.

“Dwyane stayed there as long as he could and then headed to the arena,” the insider said.

All of Wade’s kids were there for Union’s early birthday brunch. Gabrielle Union/Instagram
Guests were said to greet Union at the outdoor bar before moving to the restaurant’s private dining room for brunch. Gabrielle Union/Instagram

Wade, 42, rushed to the Kaseya Center, where his former NBA team unveiled a 7-foot statue honoring his stellar basketball career.

The former shooting guard spent most of his 16-year professional basketball career playing for the Heat; won three NBA championships and was a 13-time NBA All-Star. He is also the city’s all-time leader in points, games played, assists, steals, shots made and field goals made.

Union was with his wife at the memorial service. She also accompanied Wade to a James Bond-themed party honoring him ahead of Friday night’s opening.

The source noted that Wade and Union “laughed with friends over brunch.” Gabrielle Union/Instagram
Wade congratulated his wife for nearly two hours before heading to the Miami Heat statue ceremony at the Kaseya Center. Gabrielle Union/Instagram

Titled “003 Statues Forever”, the invite-only banquet was said to take place at Queen Miami Beach and feature culinary delights and Don Julia 1942 cocktails.

Wade and Union arrived in an Aston Martin DBX707, and the guest of honor wore a black-and-white FWRD tuxedo.

The “Cube” host toasted with a glass of Armand De Brignac Champagne after launching into the “James Bond” theme song.

The Miami Heat unveiled a 7-foot statue of Wade on Sunday. access point
Wade celebrated his NBA tribute with a James Bond-themed party at Queen Miami Beach on Friday. Getty Images for FWRD
He and Union were seen tearing up the dance floor throughout the festivities. Getty Images for FWRD
The couple arrived in a stylish Aston Martin DBX707. Getty Images for FWRD

“This is the start of a ‘statues forever’ weekend. What we are about to embark on is something we have never experienced before. “If you have a glass, raise it,” Wade told the crowd. he said.

Wade’s close friend and former teammate Udonis Haslem also toasted him, calling him “one of the greatest and baddest legends.”

Among the artists who took to the stage throughout the night were Trina, DJ Khaled, Ball Greezy, JT Money and Uncle Luke.

The retired athlete toasted with a glass of Armand De Brignac Champagne. Getty Images for FWRD
DJ Khaled and other artists performed on stage at the event, which was open to invitees only. Getty Images for FWRD
One partygoer said Union and Wade “were seen dancing with friends and family and kissing throughout the night.” Getty Images for FWRD

“(Union and Wade) bumped and squeaked into each other on the dance floor throughout the night,” one partygoer told us.

“The two were also seen dancing with friends and family and kissing throughout the night.”

Other notable guests included former Miami Heat teammates Faith Haslem, Alonzo Mourning, Norris Cole, Dorrell Wright, businessman Wayne Boich, TV star Rocsi Diaz, stylist Jason Bolden and more.