One of the greatest players of Miami Heat history, Dwyane Wade, reacted to the attacks his son Zion Malachi Aramis suffered on Twitter after Gabrielle Union, Wade’s wife, shared a photograph of a family moment.

Union posted on Instagram that she was experiencing a difficult time after being fired from America’s Got Talent, so she thanked the support of her followers and especially her family. The picture posted shows Wade, Union, the daughter of the couple Kaavia James and the son Zion of 12 years.

What was supposed to be a positive post was ultimately filled with criticism and attacks on Zion’s clothing style and painted nails.

Wade, as could not be differently, showed great support for his son’s freedom of expression. In an example of love for the family and the individuality of their children, the former player gave the example of how every parent should love the personality of their kids:

“I’ve seen some post-thanksgiving hate on social about my family photo. Stupidity is apart of this world we live in—so I get it. But here’s the thing—I’ve been chosen to lead my family not y’all. So we will continue to be us and support each other with pride, love & a smile!” he wrote on Twitter.

I’ve seen some post-thanksgiving hate on social about my family photo. Stupidity is apart of this world we live in—so i get it. But here’s the thing—I’ve been chosen to lead my family not y’all. So we will continue to be us and support each other with pride, love & a smile! ✌🏾 — DWade (@DwyaneWade) November 30, 2019

Earlier Wade has already made a beautiful statement about his role as a father when he participated with his son Zion at the Miami Pride Parade:

“This is my job as a father,” Wade said. “I’m very uneasy about accolades that come from supporting my kids or the negativity that comes from it. I’m doing what every parent has to do. Once you bring kids into this world, you become unselfish. It’s my job to be their role model, to be their voice in my kids’ lives, to let them know you can conquer the world. So, go and be your amazing self and we’re going to sit back and just love you.”

Dwayne Wade and Gabby Union supporting young Zion at Miami Pride is so beautiful, I could cry. I can’t imagine having had this type of support as a kid (or even young adult). Amazing example of living in and showing unconditional love 💕 pic.twitter.com/2cT8Ow6kik — Câmi Thomas (@CamiCruzThomas) April 7, 2019