Miami Heat star Dwyane Wade made a surprise visit at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School today, the site of a mass shooting that claimed the lives of 17 people just a few weeks ago.
For the past few weeks, Wade has been actively vocal in support of the victims, after one of the deceased students, 17-year-old Joaquin Oliver, was buried in a Wade jersey.
— DWade (@DwyaneWade) February 26, 2018
Here’s what Wade told the students during his visit today.
I just wanted to come and say I’m inspired by all of you,” he said in a video captured of his appearance. “As someone from here in the public eye, I’m proud to say I’m from this state because of you guys.”
I just had a great conversation with some of the students at Stoneman Douglas High School about some important/impactful things that they have planned. I’m looking forward to being more involved in the change that they WILL create. #MSDStrong 💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾
The students seemed pretty stoked about Wade’s visit and shared their excitement on social media.
