Meet Xavier Zechariah Wade – Dwyane Wade’s Other Son

Xavier Zechariah Wade is the youngest son of Dwayne Wade, the American former professional basketball player. Born on November 10, 2013, he is 11 years old and is yet to establish a career path.

Xavier is the product of Dwayne Wade’s relationship with his baby mama, Aja Metoyer. The duo dated for one year and are now doing a great job of co-parenting their son; Xavier is growing up under the watch of his mother.

Summary of Xavier Zechariah Wade’s Biography

  • Full Name: Xavier Zechariah Wade
  • Gender: Male
  • Date of Birth: 10th November 2013
  • Xavier Zechariah Wade’s Age: 11
  • Ethnicity: Mixed
  • Nationality: American
  • Zodiac Sign: Scorpio
  • Religion: Christianity
  • Marital Status: Single
  • Xavier Zechariah Wade’s Parents: Dwayne Wade and Aja Metoyer
  • Siblings: Five
  • Famous For: Being the son of Dwayne Wade

How Old is Xavier Zechariah Wade?

Xavier Zechariah Wade is 11; the youngster was born on the 10th of November 2013 in Cedars Sinai, Los Angeles California, which makes him an American by nationality. However, his physical appearance is a testament to his mixed ethnicity comprising of Afro-American, Creole, and more. The American celebrity kid is spending his formative years in his place of birth Los Angeles, California.

Growing up in Los Angeles, Xavier is going to school in that region, though the details of his academic journey are not known.

Who is Xavier’s Mother?

Xavier’s mother is Aja Metoyer, an American model, reality TV star, actress, and internet personality, who is best known for appearing in Basketball Wives reality TV show. She was born on July 24th, 1983, and is aged, 41. A Los Angeles native, Aja is proud of where she hails from and constantly calls herself a “true Californian girl”. She is still a resident of Los Angeles.

An American citizen, the model is of mixed ethnic background. Though the details of her heritage are not known, she is said to have some streaks of Creole in her makeup.

Aja’s dad is Donald Metoyer, who is works in the education sector as an Associate Professor of Computer Science and Engineering, while her mum is Cynthia Metoyer. Aja is not an only child, she grew up alongside three siblings – two sisters, Cristen and Melissa Metoyer, and one brother, Derek Metoyer.

Xavier Zechariah Wade’s Father is a Former NBA Star

Xavier Zechariah Wade’s dad is Dwyane Wade, a name that needs no introduction in the National Basketball Association. Born Dwyane Tyrone Wade Jr. on the 17th of January 1982, he is an American by nationality, though his ethnic background is undeniably African-American.

Wade was drafted by the Miami Heat and spent the entire 16 years of his active years in the field playing with the team. While his basketball career lasted, he made an indelible mark in the NBA, winning a total of three NBA championships for 13 good times. He was named NBA All-Star and was a member of the All-NBA team eight times. With respect to points, he was named Miami Heat’s all-time leader. He also led in steals, assists, shots taken, shots made, and games played.

Are Aja and Dwayne Wade still Dating?

Xavier’s parents are no longer together. Though they knew each other for several years, Dwayne and Aja only dated for one year between 2012 and 2013, which resulted in pregnancy. While Aja remains single, Dwayne has been married to Gabrielle Union for many years.

Xavier has Five Half-siblings

Xavier Zechariah Wade’s siblings are five in number – he has three half-siblings from his dad’s side and two half-sisters from his mum’s side.

Aja’s relationship with American actor and comedian, Damon Wayans Jr. produced two children – Amara and Aniya.

Amara is the older of the two and was born in 2002, while Aniya came a couple of years later in 2004.

Aja has proved herself to be a loving mother and is constantly talking about her children and often shares stuff about them via her socials.

Xavier Zechariah Wade’s other half-siblings were born to his father, Dwayne Wade. They include Zaire, Zaya, and Kaavia.

The first two, Zaire and Zaya, are the product of Dwayne’s first marriage to Siohvaughn Funches, who was his high school sweetheart. While the oldest boy, Zaire, who was born in 2002 has followed his father’s footstep in basketball, Zaya doesn’t have any career path yet, but his name hit the airwaves after he requested to change his gender from male to female. He was born on the 29th of May 2007 as Zion Wade but now prefers to be addressed as Zaya to suit his new gender identity.

Xavier’s last half-sibling, Kaavia, was born in 2018 to Dwayne Wade and his current wife, Gabrielle. She came through surrogacy after her mother suffered several miscarriages.

Xavier has a Great Relationship with his Father

After Xavier Zechariah Wade was born at Cedars Sinai, Los Angeles, the proud papa, Dwayne Wade, shared a social media post acknowledging that he is truly the father.

In his own words, the iconic basketball star said, “I had a time, a part in our break, in our pain and our hurt, a blessing came out of it in my life, having a son that was born healthily.”

Though it is his mother, Aja, who got custody of Xavier, the American celebrity kid gets to meet with his bad from time to time. Dwayne, on his own part, has taken great pains to ensure the little boy knows that he is loved and appreciated.

The former basketball player never misses any of his youngest son’s anniversaries. In fact, he takes the boy’s comfort as one of his top priorities. There is a heartwarming Instagram image where Xavier had his dad, grandfather, friends, and other family members singing “Happy Birthday” on one of his anniversary celebrations.

After Xavier was born, his birth sparked a lot of speculation as many wondered whether Dwayne Wade would have the needed to time to spend with the little boy, given his busy schedule and his legitimate family commitment.

Surprisingly, his baby mama, Aja was the one who spoke up in his defense. According to the internet star, Dwayne is a phenomenal father to their son, and the two share a great father-son relationship.

FAQs

Does Dwyane Wade have a relationship with Xavier?

Yes, Dwayne Wade has a great relationship with Xavier, in fact, his baby mama, Aja has confirmed it several times.

Who are the parents of Xavier Zechariah Wade?

Xavier Zechariah Wade’s parents are former basketball player, Dwayne Wade, and American model, reality TV star, actress, and internet personality, Aja Metoyer.

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