Former NBA star Dwyane Wade recently appeared on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon and had a lot to discuss. Wade, who always looks sharp, debuted his new podcast called “The Why” and also talked about his Oscar-nominated documentary, “The Barber of Little Rock.”
The documentary tells the story of Arlo Washington, a barber in Little Rock who has made a difference in his community. Wade found the story to be similar to the community he grew up in and wanted to support it. He spoke about the importance of barbershops in our communities and how they serve as safe havens for people. Washington has not only trained 1,500 individuals in barber school but has also opened a nonprofit bank called People’s Trust to help his community grow.
Wade expressed his gratitude for being able to shed light on the racial wealth gap and how it affects communities. He mentioned being inspired by Kobe Bryant, who won an Oscar for his short film “Dear Basketball.” Wade jokingly said that after seeing Bryant’s win, he felt the need to win an Oscar himself.
During the talk show, Wade and Fallon also discussed their common thread of training with Tim Grover, who trained iconic athletes like Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant. Wade shared that Grover pushes his clients to their limits and brings out the best in them.
The conversation took a turn as Fallon congratulated Wade on his recent induction into the Basketball Hall of Fame. Wade expressed his immense gratitude and mentioned how he always dreamed of having a career in basketball, considering his favorite player was Michael Jordan.
Besides being a basketball legend, Wade is also known for his fashion sense. He teased Fallon by mentioning their ongoing banter about how to pronounce the luxury brand Versace. Wade revealed that he has partnered with Versace to create new eyewear. He even gave Fallon a pair of sunglasses, named “Eazy E’s,” inspired by the iconic rapper.
Wade also promoted his podcast, “The Why with Dwyane Wade,” where he explores the reasons behind people’s actions and their evolving motivations in life.
The conversation ended with Wade inviting Fallon to be a guest on his podcast, which Fallon gladly accepted. Wade expressed his admiration for Fallon and thanked him for being a friend to the show.
Stay tuned for more exciting episodes of “The Why with Dwyane Wade” and check out Wade’s Versace eyewear campaign, set to release soon.
In summary, Dwyane Wade‘s appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon was filled with lively discussions about his Oscar-nominated documentary, inspiring stories, and fashionable ventures. Wade’s charisma and passion for storytelling left audiences eager to follow his future endeavors.
