Gabrielle Union Shares Heartwarming Family Story While Promoting Proudly Diapers
Family Moments at the Red Carpet
Actress Gabrielle Union recently participated in People magazine’s “World’s Most Beautiful” campaign, bringing along her six-year-old daughter, Kaavia, to share insights into their family life and business endeavors.
During the interview, Union reminisced about a memorable incident from the 2019 Kids’ Choice Sports Awards, where she and her husband, Dwyane Wade, shared a red carpet moment with baby Kaavia. Reflecting on the day, Union humorously recounted, “You know what happened on this carpet right here? You peed on us,” highlighting the challenges of parenting during public appearances.
The Birth of Proudly
Union explained that Kaavia’s unexpected mishap was a driving force behind their diaper company, Proudly, which the couple launched in 2022. “Your diaper did not hold,” she recalled, adding that the brand aims to prevent similar experiences for parents everywhere, especially in high-profile situations.
Proudly began primarily as a diaper brand, but has since expanded its product line to include hair care products designed specifically for the needs of children with textured hair. Union and Wade’s motivation to create this brand was inspired by their own experiences as parents and the unique requirements of their daughter, Kaavia.
Insights from Dwyane Wade
Dwyane Wade expressed the significance of this venture, especially during those tender moments of grooming Kaavia’s hair. He reflected, “I’m not saying I’m doing Kaav’s hair often — because she doesn’t allow me to — but just as dads, when we get an opportunity to have that moment with our daughter, that hair moment is everything in our community.”
Wade shared an anecdote about his attempts to wash and style Kaavia’s hair, underscoring the importance of these intimate experiences as they foster deeper connections between parent and child.