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What did Natalia Bryant say about her father? Model shares heartfelt birthday tribute to late NBA icon Kobe Bryant

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NBA legend Kobe Bryant would have turned 47 this year. The basketball community remembers him every year on August 23. Unfortunately, he lost his life in the 2020 helicopter accident. Every year, that date has been cherished by his family. Kobe Bryant 's eldest child, Natalia Bryant , has often been the first to post a tribute or a birthday message on her social media account. On her father's birthday, her mother, Vanessa Bryant, also remembered him on Instagram with an emotional post.

Natalia Bryant, Vanessa Bryant and Los Angeles Lakers all paid tribute to Kobe Bryant on his birthday
Natalia Bryant recently shared a tribute and a treasured picture of herself with Kobe Bryant on Instagram Story. She then wrote across the image:

“Happy birthday Daddy❤️.”

She wasn’t the first one to wish the legend. Her mother, Vanessa Bryant, also posted a picture of the NBA icon paired with Zhané’s song Sending My Love and along with the caption:

“We love and miss you and Gigi so much. Happy birthday, baby. @kobebryant ❤️”


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Together, the posts demonstrated how the Bryants still honor Kobe's birthday in the most touching way possible.

In addition, the Los Angeles Lakers also honored his contribution with a message that read:

“The heart of Los Angeles – Happy Birthday, Kobe.”

The late Kobe Bryant made a name for himself as one of the greatest players in NBA history. He was also one of the greatest Los Angeles Lakers players ever during his 20-year NBA career. However, he lost his life in a helicopter accident in 2020.
Natalia Bryant paid another tribute to her father as she featured in Nike campaign, highlighting the Kobe 3 Protro sneakers
Every year on his birthday, Nike releases new Kobe trainers as a way to celebrate the iconic Los Angeles Lakers player. The sneaker and sports communities have been eagerly awaiting the shoe, which was released on 23 August.

Natalia Bryant featured in the ad for the sneakers. The model showcased her pair and styling tips on Instagram after she was seen in the Nike ad with New York Knicks player Jalen Brunson. The Bryant daughter then shared some photos on Instagram while sporting trainers and an all-white ensemble.

She also wore a cream Nike jacket with Kobe's iconic Mamba emblem on the side to pair with her shoes.


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According to Nike, the Kobe 3 Protro:

"Is designed to meet the needs of the modern game while paying tribute to Kobe Bryant’s legacy and extending his legendary Mamba Mentality to the next generation of athletes."

The All-Star Kobe 6 "Sail" editions were first released earlier this year, and Natalia Bryant and her mother had already marketed them. The release date of these stunning new Kobe 3 Protro shoes is August 23.


Also read: Natalia Bryant stars alongside Jalen Brunson in new Nike ad, showcasing Kobe 3 Protro sneakers in style

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