Dwyane Wade is a retired professional basketball player known for his time with the Miami Heat in the NBA. Born on January 17, 1982, in Chicago, Illinois, Wade attended Marquette University before being drafted fifth overall by the Heat in 2003. Over his career, he won three NBA championships, was a 13-time All-Star, and was named NBA Finals MVP in 2006. Wade is also known for his philanthropy work and advocacy for social justice issues. After retiring in 2019, he has continued to make an impact through various business ventures and charitable endeavors.