Vanessa Bryant has grown gracefully before our eyes over the years. Here are some of her best pics.
Vanessa Bryant has been in the public eye for over two decades, evolving from a private teenager newly engaged to NBA star Kobe Bryant into a poised businesswoman, philanthropist, and devoted mother. Over the years, she has navigated the spotlight with strength and grace, becoming a powerful advocate for families, education, and women’s empowerment, especially in the wake of personal tragedy.
From her early red carpet appearances alongside Kobe to stepping into her own spotlight through the Mamba & Mambacita Sports Foundation, Vanessa’s style and presence have only grown more iconic. Whether she’s honoring her late husband and daughter Gianna or sharing glimpses of life with her daughters Natalia, Bianka, and Capri, Vanessa continues to inspire with her resilience and elegance.
Scroll through to see stunning photos of Vanessa Bryant through the years below.
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Vanessa and Kobe Bryant
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Vanessa and Kobe smiling together
May 5, 2020, 9:50AM 2 of 27
Vanessa and Kobe Bryant at the opening of Madres
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Kobe Bryant and wife Vanessa Bryant at the opening of Madres restaurant owned by Jennifer Lopez. The two got cozy and posed for a photo.
May 5, 2020, 9:50AM 3 of 27
Vanessa and Kobe Bryant at the MTV Movie Awards in 2004
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Kobe Bryant with his wife Vanessa Bryant arrive at the MTV Movie Awards in June 2004. The two looked so good on the red carpet.
May 5, 2020, 9:50AM 4 of 27
Vanessa and Kobe Bryant at the World Music Awards
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Kobe Bryant and wife Vanessa Bryant at the World Music Aawards in September 2004. The two looked so good and Kobe coordinated his gold tie with Vanessa’s stunning dress.
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Vanessa and Kobe Bryant At the 2004 American Music Awards
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Vanessa Bryant and Kobe Bryant at the 2004 American Music Awards. The pair looked so good!
May 5, 2020, 9:50AM 6 of 27
Vanessa and Kobe Bryant
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Vanessa and Kobe Bryant in a vintage photo. The two looked so in love.
May 5, 2020, 9:50AM 7 of 27
Vanessa and Kobe Bryant at the Runway for Life Benefit
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Kobe Bryant and wife Vanessa Bryant at the Runway for Life Benefit in April 2005. The two posed for photos before the event.
May 5, 2020, 9:50AM 8 of 27
Vanessa holds on to her girls at the SuperSonics Lakers Basketball
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Vanessa Bryant, center, wife of Los Angeles Lakers’ Kobe Bryant, watches the Lakers’ game against the Seattle SuperSonics with their two daughters Natalia, left, and Gianna Bryant. Vanessa looked focused on the game while holding her girls.
May 5, 2020, 9:50AM 9 of 27
Vanessa and Kobe Bryant at the ‘Grindhouse’ film premiere
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Kobe Bryant and wife Vanessa Bryant attend the ‘Grindhouse’ film premiere on March 26, 2007. The two posed for photos.
May 5, 2020, 9:50AM 10 of 27
Vanessa and Kobe Bryant at the ‘Pirates of the Caribbean: At World’s End’ film world premiere
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Vanessa Bryant, Kobe Bryant and daughter Natalia Bryant at the ‘Pirates of the Caribbean: At World’s End’ film world premiere at Disneyland on May 19, 2007. The trio looked so excited!
May 5, 2020, 9:50AM 11 of 27
Vanessa and Kobe Bryant at the ‘Finding Nemo Submarine Voyage’ opening at Disneyland
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Kobe Bryant with wife Vanessa and family at the ‘Finding Nemo Submarine Voyage’ opening at Disneyland in June 2007. Vanessa smiled brightly while holding on to an infant Gianna.
May 5, 2020, 9:50AM 12 of 27
Vanessa and Kobe Bryant at the 7th Annual Couture Council Awards Benefit
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Vanessa Bryant and Kobe Bryant attend the Couture Council of the museum at FIT’s 7th annual award benefit luncheon honoring Valentino. The two smiled for a photo.
May 5, 2020, 9:50AM 13 of 27
Vanessa Bryant with her daughters at the premiere of ‘Brave’
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Vanessa Bryant, Natalia Bryant and Gianna Bryant arrive at the ‘Brave’ premiere at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. All three wore white!
May 5, 2020, 9:50AM 14 of 27
Vanessa and Kobe Bryant at An Unforgettable Evening benefiting EIF’s Women’s Cancer Research Fund
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Vanessa Bryant and Kobe Bryant attend An Unforgettable Evening benefiting EIF’s Women’s Cancer Research Fund in May 2013. The two looked so good, despite Kobe’s injury.
May 5, 2020, 9:50AM 15 of 27
Vanessa Bryant with her daughters at the ‘Maleficent’ film premiere
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Vanessa Bryant and daughters Natalia and Gianna at the ‘Maleficent’ film premiere on May 28, 2014. Vanessa looked so proud to be with her two girls.
May 5, 2020, 9:50AM 16 of 27
Vanessa Bryant at the Baby2Baby Gala
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Vanessa Bryant attends the ‘Baby2Baby’ gala on Nov. 8, 2014. She looked so stunning in her floral gown.
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Vanessa and Kobe Bryant attend his ‘Muse’ Showtime exclusive screening event
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Vanessa Bryant and Kobe Bryant attend ‘Kobe Bryant’s Muse’ Showtime’s exclusive screening event on Feb. 26, 2015. The couple looked so good on the red carpet.
May 5, 2020, 9:50AM 18 of 27
Vanessa Bryant with her daughters at the Pacers vs Lakers game
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Vanessa Bryant, from left to right, Natalia Bryant, Gianna Bryant and Sofia Laine attend the game between the Los Angeles Lakers vs. the Indiana Pacers at Staples Center. Vanessa and her girls cheered on Kobe from the sidelines.
May 5, 2020, 9:50AM 19 of 27
Vanessa and Kobe Bryant at the Nickelodeon Kids Choice Sports Awards
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Kobe Bryant, Vanessa Bryant, Gianna Bryant and Natalia Bryant
Nickelodeon Kids Choice Sports Awards in July 2016. The family looked so excited.
May 5, 2020, 9:50AM 20 of 27
Vanessa and Kobe Bryant with their daughters at the ‘A Wrinkle in Time’ film premiere
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Kobe Bryant, Vanessa Bryant, Gianna Bryant and Natalia Bryant attend the ‘A Wrinkle in Time’ film premiere on Feb. 26, 2018. The foursome looked so excited to be there!
May 5, 2020, 9:50AM 21 of 27
Vanessa and Kobe Bryant at the 90th Annual Academy Awards
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Vanessa Bryant and Kobe Bryant at the 90th Annual Academy Awards on March 4, 2018. Vanessa looked stunning in her gorgeous maroon gown.
May 5, 2020, 9:50AM 22 of 27
Vanessa and Kobe Bryant at the Vanity Fair Oscar Party in 2018
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Vanessa Bryant and Kobe Bryant at the Vanity Fair Oscar Party on March 4, 2018. The couple celebrated Kobe’s Oscar win!
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Vanessa and Kobe Bryant at the Vanity Fair Oscar Party in 2019
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Vanessa Bryant and Kobe Bryant attend the Vanity Fair Oscar Party on Feb. 24, 2019. Vanessa beamed at Kobe as he rested his hand on her pregnant belly.
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Vanessa and Kobe Bryant at the Baby2Baby Gala
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Kobe Bryant and Vanessa Bryant attend the Baby2Baby Gala on Nov. 9, 2019. Vanessa beamed in her stunning, flowing dress.
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Vanessa Bryant Speaks at Kobe Bryant’s Memorial
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Vanessa Bryant speaks during a celebration of life for her husband Kobe Bryant and daughter Gianna Monday on Feb. 24, 2020. She gave a beautiful, emotional eulogy.
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Los Angeles Lakers Unveil Kobe Bryant Statue
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Vanessa Bryant during the unveiling ceremony for the Kobe Bryant Statue at Crypto.com Arena on February 08, 2024, in Los Angeles.
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Vanessa Bryant 2024
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Vanessa Bryant at the 2024 Baby2Baby Gala at Pacific Design Center on November 09, 2024 in West Hollywood, California.
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