“Their love is unconditional”: Vanessa Bryant breaks silence on what helped her survive the unimaginable loss of Kobe Bryant and Gianna Bryant

It will soon be six years since the tragic and untimely deaths of Kobe Bryant and his teenage daughter, Gianna “Gigi” Bryant, left the world mourning. Kobe Bryant’s wife, Vanessa Bryant, has remained strong even as she faced immense grief.

Six years later since that fateful day, Vanessa Bryant continues to raise their three daughters alone as she has also earned a name for being a popular philanthropist. Amid all the tragic events that she has faced, Kobe Bryant’s wife, Vanessa Bryant, has opened up about how she manages her grief.

Kobe Bryant’s wife, Vanessa Bryant, opens up about life after that unfortunate day

A few months ago, Kobe Bryant’s wife, Vanessa Bryant, spoke to PEOPLE about how she keeps going after losing both her husband and daughter.


Kobe Bryant’s wife, Vanessa Bryant, said, “Kobe and Gigi motivate me to keep going…”

The popular philanthropist added, “They inspire me to try harder and be better every day.”

Vanessa Bryant continued, “Their love is unconditional and they motivate me in so many different ways.”

Vanessa Bryant has inspired billions of fans around the world with the generosity, humbleness and strength she has shown over the last few years.

Back in January 2020, when Kobe Bryant and Gianna “Gigi” Bryant’s death sparked panic worldwide, Vanessa Bryant had shared her grief.

Vanessa Bryant had said, "I'm not sure what our lives hold beyond today, and it's impossible to imagine life without them. But we wake up each day, trying to keep pushing because Kobe, and our baby girl, Gigi, are shining on us to light the way.”

The popular philanthropist added, “Our love for them is endless - and that's to say, immeasurable. I just wish I could hug them, kiss them and bless them. Have them here with us, forever."

Kobe Bryant’s wife, Vanessa Bryant, continues to manage his legacy and their family

As Kobe Bryant left his legacy behind, Vanessa Bryant has taken it up as her responsibility as she relaunched their nonprofit as the Mamba and Mambacita Foundation in homage to her late husband and daughter.

Apart from this, Vanessa Bryant continues to be a strong parent and a pillar for their three daughters, over the last few years.

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