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Dwyane Wade Declared Cancer-Free After Kidney Surgery

Gabrielle Union reveals the NBA legend's health journey, including a kidney tumor removal and its impact on their family.

  • Dwyane Wade underwent surgery in December 2023 to remove a cancerous tumor, resulting in the removal of 40% of his right kidney.
  • Gabrielle Union shared that Wade is now cancer-free, describing the experience as a challenging period for their family and marriage.
  • Wade initially kept his diagnosis private for over a year, revealing it publicly during a January 2025 episode of his podcast, 'The Why With Dwyane Wade.'
  • The former NBA star credited a routine full-body scan, inspired by his father's health issues, for detecting the tumor early.
  • Union emphasized the importance of vulnerability and family support during Wade's recovery, noting how the ordeal brought their family closer.
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