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Gabrielle Monique Union-Wade (born October 29, 1972) is a famous American actress and television personality who goes by the stage name Gabrielle Union. She has rapidly risen to fame since the 1990s, enchanting audiences with her impressive performances.
She has made memorable appearances in films, TV sitcoms and plays such as the romantic sports drama Love & Basketball, the cheerleading hit Charmed, the romantic comedy Brothers and the classic romantic drama Save Us Eva. More recently, she has starred in films such as Daddy’s Little Girls and Think Like a Man.
She is a talented actress, and Gabrielle Union is a prolific writer who has written two memoirs and two children’s books. Her work reflects her wisdom, talent, and empathy, making her an inspiration to people of all ages.
Gabrielle Union is also a dedicated advocate for women’s health issues. Her commitment to promoting women’s rights and reproductive health has earned her a spot on Time magazine’s list of the 100 most influential people in the world in 2020. She uses her platform to educate and empower women, and her efforts have undoubtedly made a significant impact on countless lives.
American actress
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| Name: | Gabrielle Monique Union-Wade |
| stage name: | Gabrielle Union |
| Date of Birth: | October 29, 1972 (51 years old) |
| place of birth: | Omaha, Nebraska, USA |
| educate: | University of California |
| Country of Citizenship: | American |
| high: | 1.71 m |
| parents: | Sylvester Union, Theresa Union |
| Brothers and sisters: | Kelly Union, Tracy Union |
| spouse: | Dwyane Wade (m. 2014), Chris Howard (m. 2001-2006) |
| Boyfriend and partner: | Darren Sharp (2006), Juan Dixon (2005-2006), Michael Jordan, Jason Kidd, LL Cool J |
| Children: | Kaavia James Union Wade |
| Profession: | Actress • Television personality |
| net worth: | $40 million |
Early life and education
Gabrielle Union is an accomplished American actress and television personality, born on October 29, 1972 in Omaha, Nebraska, USA. Her upbringing was influenced by her mother, Theresa Union, who instilled a “global perspective” in her from an early age and took her to a lesbian pride parade when she was eight years old.
Gabrielle Union’s mother, Theresa Union, a telephone company manager and social worker, and father, Sylvester Union, a military sergeant, divorced after 30 years of marriage, but they handled the transition with grace, dignity and respect, setting a positive example for their children.
Growing up with her two older sisters, Kelly Union and Tracy Union, Gabrielle Union struggled with a lack of confidence, believing that blonde hair and blue eyes were the key to beauty. However, her experiences in college, including her introduction to the Cornhusker football team and seeing Turner Gill walk, challenged and broadened her perspective. AJ Johnson played a key role at a party that challenged her attitude as a teenager.
Tragically, Gabrielle Union was raped at gunpoint while working at Payless. However, the lessons she learned from the Oprah Winfrey show enabled her to survive and successfully sue Payless for negligence. Despite this trauma, she persevered and earned a degree in sociology from UCLA.
Personal life
In 1999, Gabrielle Union met NFL player Chris Howard by chance at a party, and the two decided to get married in May 2001. However, the marriage did not last long and ended in October 2005.
Looking back, she says she may have rushed into a relationship in her twenties because she was focused on the ring without really considering her own desires and needs in a partner. But through the experience, she gained some valuable insights and learned that men are human, too, and it’s important to make smart choices to pursue your dreams and ambitions.
In 2008, Gabrielle Union began dating NBA star Dwyane Wade, and the two have been inseparable ever since. On August 30, 2014, the couple held a grand wedding in Miami, Florida, and Gabrielle Union became the stepmother of Dwyane Wade’s three children from his previous relationship: Zaya Wade, Zaire Wade, and Xavier Zacharias Wade.
Before the wedding, the couple signed a prenuptial agreement to separate their assets. To celebrate their love, Gabrielle Union and Dwyane Wade embarked on an amazing honeymoon to exotic destinations in the Maldives and Tanzania. Then, in November 2018, the couple welcomed their daughter, Kaavia James Union Wade, via surrogacy.
Gabrielle Union has had several high-profile relationships throughout her life, including with Darren Sharpe (2006), Juan Dixon (2005-2006), and basketball legends Michael Jordan and Jason Kidd. She was also rumored to have had a relationship with iconic star LL Cool J.
Profession
Gabrielle Union is a prominent actress who has made a splash in the entertainment industry. She began her acting career by appearing in small roles, including her first audition for the TV series Saved by the Bell. Soon after, she caught the attention of the show’s producers and landed a prominent role as the Klingon N’Garen in the episode “Sons and Daughters” of Star Trek: Deep Space Nine. She has since appeared in several other TV series, including “Moesha,” “Smart Guy,” and “7th Heaven.”
Gabrielle Union’s acting skills quickly caught the attention of industry insiders, who recognized her potential and cast her in the coveted role of Kristen, Ross and Joey’s love interest, in the Friends episode “Cheap Wedding Dresses.” This breakthrough paved the way for her to appear in other hit films, including “Beauty of the Buff” and “10 Things I Hate About You.”
Gabrielle Union’s star continued to soar in 2000 when she starred in two blockbuster films, Love & Basketball and Charmed, in which she played the iconic character of Isis. She later took on her first leading role in the film Saving Eve, showcasing her versatility as an actress, switching between comedic and serious roles with ease. Critics were full of praise for her and were full of praise for her.
Despite its poor box office performance, Union continued to play major roles in major films, such as Bad Boys for Life (2003) and Made in God (2004). However, her most notable role was in New Ned (2005), in which she played a woman who believed she was Adolf Hitler, winning critical acclaim and the Best Actress Award at the Palm Beach International Film Festival.
In recent years, Gabrielle Union has appeared in a number of TV series, including Army Wives and NTSF:SD:SUV::, and also played a role in the romantic comedy based on Steve Harvey’s Act Like a Lady, Think Like a Man.
She’s also an outspoken advocate for issues of trauma and justice, having penned a candid autobiography, We Need More Wine, in 2017. Gabrielle Union’s creative talents extend beyond acting, as she’s also written a children’s book called Welcome to the Party and co-authored another book with husband Dwyane Wade called Shady Baby. Her upcoming book, Do You Have Something Stronger?: Stories, is scheduled to hit stores in September 2021 — we can’t wait!
net worth
Gabrielle Union’s net worth has reached $40 million. This figure is derived from her success in acting, events, and speaking, which makes her one of the highest-paid actresses in the world.
Social Media
- Instagram account: @Gabunion
- Twitter: @Itsgabrielleu
Filmography
- She is just like that
- bring it on
- Love and Basketball
- brother
- Two people can play that game
- give up
- Welcome to Collinwood
- Bad Boys II
- Ride or Die
- New needs
- Say uncle
- Running with scissors
- constellation
- Daddy’s little girl
- Honeymooners
- Think Like a Man
- It’s almost Christmas
- Meet Dave
- Door
- Dial Lady
- Top five
- The Birth of a Nation
