Today marks the 23rd anniversary of the marriage between the late Kobe Bryant and his wife Vanessa Bryant.
This year is particularly poignant as it is the fourth anniversary without the NBA legend, who tragically passed away in 2020.
Vanessa Bryant took to Instagram on Wednesday to commemorate their marriage with heartfelt nostalgia. She shared romantic throwback photos of the couple and expressed her continued love with a simple, yet profound message: “Happy Anniversary @kobebryant ?? #23.”
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This week also holds significance as it commemorates the eighth anniversary of Kobe’s final NBA game, where he famously scored 60 points for the Los Angeles Lakers against the Utah Jazz, capping off his illustrious career with a memorable performance.
In celebration of “Mamba Day,” the Los Angeles Dodgers honored Kobe’s legacy by showcasing custom blue Nike sneakers from his signature line.
Since his untimely death in a helicopter crash that also claimed the life of his daughter Gianna and seven others, Kobe Bryant’s legacy has been cemented through numerous tributes and honors.
He has been posthumously inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, honored with a statue at the Staples Center, and both of his Lakers jersey numbers have been retired. Each of these accolades serves as a reminder of his monumental impact both on and off the basketball court. The loss of Kobe continues to be deeply felt by fans around the world.
