Natalia Bryant, the eldest daughter of Kobe and Vanessa Bryant, became a college graduate this week. The stunning 22-year-old graduated cum laude from the University of Southern California’s School of Cinematic Arts and made sure to pay tribute to her late father during the commencement ceremony. A surprise appearance from Los Angeles Lakers owner Jeanie Buss made the Bryant family's special day even more personal.
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Proud mom Vanessa Bryant shared gorgeous photos of her daughter on social media, writing, “We’re so proud of you @nataliabryant.” In the pictures, Natalia can be seen wearing a cardinal and gold graduation stole, which included Kobe’s iconic “Black Mamba” logo embroidered at the top.
During the ceremony, Los Angeles Lakers owner Jeanie Buss made a surprise entrance just as Natalia's name was called to walk across the stage and accept her diploma. Buss, a close confidant for Natalia's father, handed the 22-year-old her diploma and the two exchanged a long embrace.
Natalia honored her father, who tragically died in a helicopter crash in 2020, throughout the ceremony.
Family friends and celebrities from the sports and entertainment worlds were quick to join in the celebration. Pop star Ciara, a close family friend, commented on a graduation post on Natalia’s Instagram writing, “Gooo Nani Boo! So incredibly proud of you!!” Beyoncé’s mom, Tina Knowles, added, “Congratulations, you make us all proud.”
USC women’s basketball star JuJu Watkins wrote, “Congrats!”, while New York Liberty star—and Kobe Bryant protégé—Sabrina Ionescu shared, “❤️❤️❤️?.”
In addition to her studies at USC, Natalia is also building a successful modeling career.
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