Vanessa Bryant, Kobe Bryant.Photo: Splash
Vanessa Bryantis remembering her late husbandKobeon a deeply meaningful day for the couple.
In an Instagram post on what would have been their 21st wedding anniversary on Monday, the 39-year-old former model and philanthropist shared an old photo of herself wrapping her arms around the NBA legend from behind.
Bryant’s longtime friendKhloé Kardashiancommented on the touching tribute with five red heart emojis.
January 26 marked two years since the helicopter crash in Calabasas, California, that killed Kobe, his 13-year-old daughter,Gianna, and seven others:John Altobelli,Keri Altobelli,Alyssa Altobelli,Sarah Chester, Payton Chester,Christina Mauser, and pilotAra Zobayan. The group was on their way to a youth basketball game.
Last month, Nike and Vanessarenewed their partnershipin honor of Kobe and Gigi. As part of the partnership, Kobe sneakers will be manufactured.
“With this new partnership, fans will soon be able to have access to Kobe and Gigi Nike product for years to come and with Nike donating 100% of the net proceeds yearly for Gianna’s shoes to our Mamba and Mambacita Sports Foundation (M&MSF),” she continued.
Vanessa and Kobe Bryant.Nicholas Hunt/Getty
Vanessa went on to write that she and Nike will also be working together to “establish a youth basketball center in Southern California that will share the Mamba Mentality with youth athletes for generations to come.”
“I know this is an inspiring moment for my husband and daughter’s global fans, and I am very appreciative of each and every one of you!” she concluded the announcement, signing off “with Gratitude for every fan around the world supporting Kobe and Gigis Legacy.”
source: people.com
