Grab the tissues: Russell Wilson’s wholesome birthday post for Ciara and Future’s son Future Zahir Wilburn Wilson will warm even the coldest hearts

Russell Wilson is a devoted father of four beautiful children, though he wants Baby Cinco [number five!] But Ciara keeps him waiting… a three-year gap is her thing.Anyhow, the former New York Giants quarterback wrote a wholesome birthday wish for his eldest child: Future Zahir Wilburn Wilson.The 12-year-old boy is Russell Wilson’s stepson. He was born to rapper Future and singer-songwriter Ciara.Russell Wilson’s message:“Happy birthday Future!!! We’re so proud of the young man you are! I can’t believe you’re already 12 years old. God only has abundance in store for you!You’re an incredible son, best friend, and you are the BEST big brother! You continue to impress us more every day and it brings us so much joy to watch you grow! We love you so much!!!”Along with this heart-melting message, the former Denver Broncos signal caller shared four heartwarming photos.The first image had Future Zahir on the gridiron [could be training ground], alongside QB Russell Wilson and WR Malik Nabers.This could be when Wilson was preparing for the 2025 season, playing for the New York Giants.Future Zahir’s presence on the gridiron is proof that he, too, wants to become a football player in the future…“I think the cool part with sports nowadays is that kids get recruited and looked at early,” Russell Wilson told E! News in March.“So, to be able to take him [Future Zahir] to a school where he would dream about playing? He’s so talented. He’s so good at basketball, football, and baseball.”Russell Wilson posts heartwarming family photos in Future Zahir’s birthday wish:The next image on Russell Wilson’s birthday wish post features his wife Ciara with her eldest son Future Zahir. The same image was featured on Ciara’s Instagram for Mother’s Day.Future Zahir gave her two pretty roses: red and blue. He is probably wearing a blue-and-white-striped, custom-made 3BRAND uniform with the Fresno State Bulldogs logo."The number 3 means so much to me. 3BRAND represents the mind, body, and soul. I live 3 things everyday of my life - sports, music, and fashion. Ciara and I have three children, and it's my football number," Wilson told Forbes in June 2021.Russell Wilson shared that he could manage being an entrepreneur, father, husband, and athlete thanks to a strong support system."Ciara, Future, Sienna, and Win make life super balanced and amazing. When you're trying to be successful and the best in the world at what you do, it's very difficult to have balance," Wilson said."It's all about quality time, and you have to put 100 percent into it. I've been fortunate to put 100 percent into my marriage, my family, and my career.This is why I get to be on that stage introducing 3BRAND with an amazing support system behind me.I'm creating 3BRAND with the hopes that one day my kids can continue to enjoy running this brand and make a difference in the world," Wilson added.3BRAND surpassed $100 million in cumulative sales in 2024, and more than $70 million in sales in the first half of 2025, Forbes reported.Coming back to the images shared by Russell Wilson on X for Future Zahir's birthday post.The third image features Russell Wilson with Future Zahir from the US Open Tennis Championship.Future Zahir is probably holding a highly coveted collectible Wilson Jumbo Tennis Ball, covered in autographs with black marker from famous tennis players.The fourth image features Future Zahir with his two loving siblings: Sienna Princess Wilson, 9, and Win Harrison Wilson, 5.All three are decked out in denim. The best part about being siblings: getting to wear the same type of clothes for every and any occasion. All three look super happy in matching and color-coordinated clothes.After adding these wholesome pictures, the potential broadcaster Russell Wilson tagged his multitalented wife Ciara.A fan quickly resonated, “I love y’all, family. Like I really do. You don’t know how much love people have for y’all. Like, you guys are a very beautiful family.Russell, shout out to you. You are a true gentleman. I love you for being whatever Ciara needs you to be. Thank you for doing it with so much love.”