‘Internet Niece Talking In Full Sentences’: Dwyane Wade’s Daughter Kaavia James Stuns Fans with Her Vocabulary 

It appears that Sundays are the favorite day of the week for baby Kaavia James Union Wade. 

Kaavia James, the daughter of actress Gabrielle Union and former basketball player Dwyane Wade, has had memorable moments while lounging at home with her parents. Several occasions included the toddler showcasing her best moves as she hung out with her mother. 

Dwyane Wade’s daughter Kaavia James Union Wade shocked fans with her extensive vocabulary. @kaaviajames/Instagram

In an Instagram post shared on May 1, Kaavia James was seen spending some quality time with her father as they gave fans an update on how they had spent their day so far. The clip starts with the 3-year-old telling a story of Union washing her hair when she was a baby. 

She said, “I was a baby Kaavia when my mom would wash my hair.” Following Kaavia James’ statement, Wade jumped in and instructed the tot to tell her fans good morning. He said, “Say good morning. Good morning everybody.” The 41-year-old then asked Kaavia James what she had for breakfast. 

Kaavia James said as she pointed to her meal, “This.” When Wade told her to clarify what that was, she disclosed, “toast and bacon.” The recording continues with Wade questioning Kaavia James what he had for breakfast. She responded, “coffee.” The clip ends with the duo saying, “Kaavia out. I love you.” 

In addition to the video, the caption on Kaavia James’ parent-run account read, “Sunday Sweetness. Me & The Old Man.” As many viewed the upload, fans expressed how astonished they were by the toddler’s vocabulary. 

“OMG!! Not my internet niece talking in full sentences! She’s getting so big!”

“Kaavia speaks so well. Such an amazing baby girl.”

“No waaaay Kaavia is beautiful and so well spoken!!!”

“Can’t believe she talking talking damn time flying.”

Among the previous remarks, others pointed out how they adored the father and daughter’s bond. One wrote, “Aww! Beautiful moments like these between daddy and daughter.” Another said, “Growing up so beautifully. Love the daddy-daughter time. I am sure Gabrielle appreciates it too. Haha.”

A third Instagram user stated, “The love in this post is priceless!”

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