On Father’s Day, Vanessa Bryant paid tribute to her late husband, Kobe Bryant, and shared heartfelt moments they had with their daughters. She posted an Instagram Reel showcasing special times Kobe had with their children, including Capri, Bianka, Natalia, and Gianna, who tragically passed away with their father in a helicopter crаsh.
In the caption, Vanessa wrote, “Happy Father’s Day to the best girl daddy, @kobebryant ️.” Natalia also expressed her love for her dad, sharing a picture of him holding her as a baby on her Instagram Story and writing, “Happy Father’s Day, Daddy! Thank you for being the best dad in the world!”
Earlier in March, Vanessa and her daughters visited the famous Chinese Theatre in Hollywood to witness the unveiling of Kobe’s handprints. While the younger children observed the moment with curiosity, Natalia and Vanessa were visibly emotional. The girls also participated by placing their hands and feet in the imprints of their late father, while their mother and older sister watched.
During the event, Natalia spoke about her father, referring to him as the “MVP of girl dads.” She expressed her gratitude for being his daughter and acknowledged the invaluable lessons he taught her. Natalia described Kobe as an icon, a legend, a storyteller, and, above all, the best girl dad any young woman could dream of.
She concluded her speech by declaring their eternal love for Kobe on behalf of herself, her mother, and her sisters. Natalia’s words were filled with admiration and pride, emphasizing the incredible job Kobe had done as a father. The Bryant family continues to cherish his memory and honor his legacy.