Zaya Wade is proud to have a supportive dad in her corner.

In an interview with Harper’s Bazaar for their Icons for 2023 series, the teen LGTBQ+ advocate opened up about the person in her life who inspires her the most, as reported by PEOPLE. And her answer was someone who has motivated her on and off the court; her dad, Dwyane Wade.

"My dad is who truly inspires me the most," she shared with the outlet. “Kids always tend to look up to their parents, but not only did I idolize him growing up and see him as a real person, I realize that he has played such an essential role in supporting me and the ways I choose to present myself to the world."

"He's been so supportive and my biggest advocate. He took the time and learned and grew. I want to have that same mentality going through anything in life.”

Living her truth has been challenging for Zaya, but having her family by her has kept her motivated during difficult times.

The 16-year-old added, "Coming out is such a big change. It's hard to navigate. We've all learned more about each other and the way we can coexist and grow together in this crazy world, especially in the public eye."

"It's like a spotlight is always on you. At the end of the day though, we are a family, and we support and love each other and we are grateful.”

Earlier this month, Zaya honored her dad on Instagram after his induction into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame.

"My dad is a Hall of Famer 🖤 I’ve never been more proud in my life to know someone as kind, loving, and accepting as he is," she wrote in the caption.

"He is one of my best friends. I love you dad 🫶🏾."