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Vanessa Bryant wishes Kobe a happy birthday

Originally posted on Ball Exclusives | By Titan Frey | Last updated Aug 23, 2025 4:05 PM ET

When the tragedy struck on January 26, 2020, the world lost one of the greatest NBA players of all time. This wasn’t the worst part, however.

Vanessa Bryant lost her husband, as well as her daughter, Gianna. This tragic loss is something no mother should go through.

Despite the tragic losses, Vanessa remains strong for her children, Natalia, Bianka, and Capri.

As she does every year, Vanessa posted a heartfelt message on social media, wishing Kobe a happy birthday.

Vanessa Bryant’s post on IG wishing Kobe a happy birthday pic.twitter.com/UBR1kBeeUN

— Kobe Bryant Stories & Motivation (@kobehighlight) August 23, 2025

Vanessa’s posts always touch a nerve with all who see them. Who can forget her birthday post to Kobe in 2020, where she wrote, “I’m mad I didn’t go first. … It should’ve been me.”

As we celebrate Kobe Bryant on his birthday, let’s not forget his wife and children. Let’s always keep them in our thoughts.

This article first appeared on Ball Exclusives and was syndicated with permission.

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