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I always remind my kids that hard work pays off. They see that I take nothing for granted in life. It helps them stay grounded.

Dwyane Wade

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Dwyane Wade
Age: 42
Born: 1982
Born: January 17
Basketball Player
Chicago
Illinois
Dwyane Tyrone Wade
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D-Wade
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