The retired basketball star said makes his marriage to Gabrielle Union so great is that they are persistent in facing whatever life brings their way together as a family, which includes his nephew Dahveon Morris, 21, and kids Zaire Wade, 21, Zaya Wade, 16, Xavier Wade, 10, and Kaavia Wade, 5.

“Success is waking up everyday, doing it again and again,” he exclusively told E! News’ Francesca Amiker at the 2023 GQ Men of the Year party on Nov. 16. “It’s hard out here.”

Calling his family “the most important thing,” Dwyane continued, “We love each other, and that’s forever.”

In fact, the 41-year-old can’t wait to bring his relatives and loved ones together for Thanksgiving.

“It’s my favorite holiday,” he shared. “It would be about 70 people in my house and we getting it in.”

Indeed, family is a top priority for the former Miami Heat player. When he was inducted into Basketball Hall of Fame earlier this year, Dwyane made it a point to thank them for being his “lifeline” throughout his NBA career.

“Y’all are my safe haven—a place where I can always retreat to with minimum fear of judgment,” he said during his enshrinement ceremony in August. “I’ve laughed with you. I’ve cried with you. I’ve been saved by you. I’m protected by you and I’m loved by you. I am who I am because of all of you. You’re the embodiment of unconditional love, and that’s all I ever wanted and needed. That’s all I ever wanted to show in return.”

He also showed his appreciation to Gabby, who he married in 2014.

“Thank you for making sure our kids feel seen, heard and protected when I’m not around,” he told the Bring It On actress. “Thank you for learning to love my imperfections just as much as we’ve enjoyed and loved the moments of perfection. I love you.”

In other news – Bill Cosby hit with new s.e.x assault lawsuit

Bill Cosby is being hit with yet another lawsuit alleging sexual misconduct. Actress Joan Tarshis directly accuses Cosby of rape, according to new court documents. She claims they met through a mutual friend when she was 19. Cosby allegedly invited her to a writing session at the Cosby Show studio. While alone in Cosby’s bungalow, she alleges that he gave her a drink and later she passed out. When she woke up, Cosby was allegedly undressing her.

While disoriented, she claims Cosby was able to overpower her and allegedly forced his penis into her mouth. According to Tarshis, Bill allegedly drugged her twice in the ’70s. Read More