Dwyane Wade obviously loves prom after recently granting the wishes of 15 teenagers.
TMZ reported that Wade gave 15 teens a great surprise for their big night by handing out free custom-tailored suits and Hublot watches. The kids received the gifts during halftime of the game between Miami Heat and Cleveland Cavaliers on March 16, 2015.
Wade and Hublot made arrangements for the kids with the shooting guard's personal stylist and custom tailor, so they can have their custom suits ready for their high school prom. The watches were also given by Hublot. Hublot.com reported that Wade is one of the brand's ambassadors. His skill, style, speed and strength on the basketball court are attributes that the brand intends to convey when making their signature watches.
Wade said about his partnership with Hublot, "This partnership has brought a much deeper understanding and appreciation for the watchmaking industry, and I'm thrilled to share my vision with the ultimate Swiss watchmaker."
A YouTube video was uploaded by Wochit, showing that Wade is an avid supporter of charity. He and Hublot collaborated with a local guardian ad litem program to meet with the 15 kids from various parts of Florida. The kids were particularly chosen and rewarded because of their good performance in school.
Sports Illustrated revealed that it was not the first time that Wade granted a teenager's wish for prom. In 2013, he attended the Archbishop Coleman Carroll High School senior prom to be the date of a fan.
The fan posted a YouTube video to invite Wade, "Hey Dwyane Wade, my name is Nicole and my senior prom is coming up. I have everything set up for a perfect night except for one thing: a perfect date. So since you're my favorite basketball player, I was wondering: Will you go to prom with me?"
Wade happily obliged and surprised the fan and her classmates by appearing at the address DM'd to him.
Wade said, "She actually DM'd me on Twitter and said, 'This is the address, this is where I'm gonna be just in case,' and when I got that I said I won't be doing nothing tomorrow night and I can go and make this a memorable moment for her."
The fan said that it was an unforgettable experience for her and it was the highlight of her senior year.
High school students can stay positive that Wade might suddenly have a surprise waiting for them at prom in the coming years.
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