Gabrielle Union Says Building a Relationship With Stepdaughter Zaya Wade Took Time

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Bring It On star opened up about how she forged strong bonds with her stepchildren, especially stepdaughter . “I think as a stepmom, it's not my job to push myself into her life or force anything," she said. "So, time has allowed our bond to grow organically and naturally.

Being consistent with each other and being trustworthy with each other also."Zaya Wade came out as transgender in 2020 with the support of her father and stepmom. “Meet Zaya,” Union tweeted at the time. “She's compassionate, loving, whip smart and we are so proud of her.

It's Ok to listen to, love & respect your children exactly as they are.”This content can also be viewed on the site it from.In the interview, Gabrielle Union credits Zaya's personal journey as a solidifying factor in their . “Zaya coming into truest self did help because I am able to bond with who she actually is versus the representative that was speaking for her for years,” Union said. "Now, she is completely herself and so I know her, not her representative."The 14-year-old agreed with Union's sentiments. “Me discovering who I am has definitely deepened our bond and also other people's bonds,” Zaya told People. "I can be truthful and honest with myself and therefore, truthful and honest with other people.

That helps better everyone's connections and relationships with each other. Our relationship has grown so much from the first day I met her to now.