In a candid and amusing television interview, actress Gabrielle Union has shared a very personal reason why she and her husband, NBA icon Dwyane Wade, have never been able to join the infamous 'mile high club'.
The Bathroom Confession
Speaking on NBC's TODAY With Jenna & Sheinelle, Union was playfully questioned by host Jenna Bush Hager about whether she was a member of the club, which refers to couples who have been intimate on an aeroplane. The actress was quick to dismiss the idea, placing the blame squarely on her husband's physical stature.
"My spouse is way too big for us to do anything together in an airplane bathroom. That's not fun for anybody," Union revealed, sending the hosts into fits of laughter. She added that while the idea might be fun for some, the cramped reality of an aircraft lavatory made it an impossibility for the couple.
Pre-Flight Tensions
The conversation didn't stop there. Union went on to call out Wade, the former Miami Heat superstar, for another of his frustrating travel habits that often leads to pre-boarding tension.
She recalled instances where Wade would announce a need to use the bathroom or grab a burger just as their flight was about to board, despite having been at the airport for hours. "Why right now? That's a good way to start one [argument] as you're boarding," she joked, giving fans a relatable glimpse into their long-term relationship.
A Lasting Partnership
Gabrielle Union and Dwyane Wade, who first met at a Super Bowl party in 2007, began dating in 2008. Their relationship has stood the test of time, including a brief split in 2013. They reconciled, got engaged in 2014, and tied the knot that same year.
The couple remain a high-profile fixture in the entertainment and sports worlds. Just over the weekend, they were spotted partying with former US President Barack Obama and Michelle Obama at a lavish event for their production company, Higher Ground Media.
Union's light-hearted revelations offer a charming and humorous look at the everyday realities of a celebrity marriage, proving that even global stars face the same logistical challenges and minor squabbles as the rest of us.
