Natalia Bryant and her mom, Vanessa Bryant, were in attendance to witness a historic moment for the Los Angeles Dodgers as they clinched their first National League pennant at home since 1988. It was a memorable evening for the Bryant family, with Vanessa sharing numerous heartwarming mother-daughter moments from the game on social media.
For Natalia, the oldest daughter of the late Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant, the night was extra special. Now 21 years old and in her fourth year as a film student at USC, Natalia has grown up in the public eye, overcoming immense personal tragedy after the devastating helicopter crash in 2020 that claimed the lives of her father, her younger sister Gigi, and seven others.
Despite the hardships, Natalia has remained incredibly close to her mother, Vanessa. Their strong bond was evident not only at the Dodgers game but also during a recent glamorous weekend at an Indian wedding, where the duo dazzled and were mistaken for sisters by many onlookers.
One of the standout moments from the Dodgers game came when Natalia revealed a meaningful wrist tattoo.
In a photo shared by Vanessa on Instagram, fans got a clear glimpse of Natalia’s ink, which has long been a tribute to her father, Kobe, and sister Gigi. While the specifics of the tattoo remain somewhat of a mystery, it’s clear that it holds deep personal significance for Natalia. The tattoo is believed to honor her late family members, much like the tattoos both she and Vanessa got back in 2021.
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In 2021, Natalia and Vanessa commemorated their love for Kobe and Gigi by getting tattoos together. Natalia’s first tattoo, located on the inside of her finger, reads “Muse,” a nod to the 2015 documentary about her father’s life and career. Her wrist tattoo, though less publicly discussed, seems to have similar personal meaning. The ink was done by famed tattoo artist Nikko Hurtado, who also worked on Vanessa’s forearm tattoo, which reads “Mambacita” in Gigi’s handwriting.
Though it’s unclear what all of Natalia’s tattoos represent, the symbolism behind them is undeniably special. Her new wrist tattoo, unveiled at the Dodgers game, appears to be an addition to the ink she’s had since 2021, though the exact meaning remains private for now.
In addition to being a tribute to her father and sister, Natalia’s wrist tattoo may reflect her personal journey, balancing her role as a public figure, model, and film student.
Signed with IMG Models in 2021, Natalia has carved out her own path while maintaining her love for film and storytelling. One day, she hopes to become a director, blending her love for the arts with her father’s legacy of inspiration and excellence.
Natalia has also become a social media sensation, with nearly 3 million followers on Instagram, where she shares glimpses of her glamorous life, school adventures, and her close relationship with her family. Outside of her career pursuits, she often helps her mother with her younger sisters, Bianka, 7, and Capri, 5, remaining a dedicated and loving big sister.
As the Dodgers gear up for the World Series, with the New York Yankees set to visit Dodger Stadium starting on October 25, it’s likely that fans will see Natalia and Vanessa back in the stands, cheering on their team and continuing to make lasting memories together.
