“HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO THE REALIST”: La La Anthony, Dwyane Wade shower love on Gabrielle Union’s birthday post

Gabrielle Union celebrated her 52nd birthday with a weekend of joy, surrounded by family and friends including many famous faces. Union posted a photo dump titled "This is 52," documenting her moments from the past year. Reflecting on her personal growth, Union wrote:

"This is grown woman s**t. This is being accountable for mess-ups."

Union’s close friends were quick to shower her with love. La La Anthony, her longtime friend, shared Gabrielle’s post on her Instagram Stories with a personal touch.

Prior to this, she commented:

"Love you!!!! HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO THE REALIST."

To which Gabrielle Union replied:

“Thanks sis! love you down!”

La La Anthony commented on Gabrielle Union’s birthday post (Picture Credit: Union's Instagram)

In her longer Instagram post about turning 52, Union elaborated on the value of friendships, relationships, and motherhood. Her husband NBA Dwyane Wade also showed his affection by posting a birthday message on his social media.

“Happy Birthday Baby.”

Dwyane Wade commented on Gabrielle Union’s birthday post (Picture Credit: Union's Instagram)

She and her husband returned to Miami to unveil an eight-foot statue honoring Wade’s contributions to the Miami Heat. The sculpture stands outside the Kaseya Center, commemorating Wade’s impact on the franchise.

La La Anthony's fashion statement and her son's achievement

La La Anthony attended the 43rd CFDA Fashion Awards at the American Museum of Natural History. She made an entrance on the red carpet in a black-and-white striped Jacquemus dress with a thigh-high slit.

To pair up, she chose Alaïa’s Polka-Dot Calf Hair Decollete pumps. The 42-year-old’s choice of footwear boasted a chic 3.5-inch heel, a sleek ankle strap, and a dramatically cut round toe, bringing both sophistication and flair to her look. She opted for pieces from Alexis Bittar, layering her ensemble with puffy teardrop earrings and a Solanales crystal skinny collar.

Meanwhile, on October 27, La La's son Kiyan Anthony took center stage at the 2024 ACES Hustle & Heart Classic. He led the Long Island Crusaders against the Putnam Science Mustangs.

Announced on ACES' official Instagram, Kiyan was named co-MVP alongside Kayden Mingo. Parents La La and Carmelo Anthony were in attendance, capturing their son’s “MVP” moment on La La's Instagram story.

This MVP win adds to Kiyan’s growing list of accomplishments, including standout performances at the EYBL and Top 100 Camp. For Kiyan, the ACES Hustle & Heart Classic was a great opportunity. He scored an impressive 22 points in the first half alone.