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Yahoo
19-06-2025
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- Yahoo
Vanessa Bryant Refuses To Apologize For Where She Stands Politically
Vanessa Bryant Refuses To Apologize For Where She Stands Politically originally appeared on The Spun. Vanessa Bryant, the widow of NBA legend Kobe Bryant, has made it pretty clear where she stands politically over the past couple of years. The late wife of the five-time NBA champion, who has three daughters, married Kobe Bryant in 2001. The couple was married from 2001-20. Kobe Bryant and their 13-year-old daughter, Gianna Bryant, died in a helicopter crash in January 2020. Over Father's Day Weekend, Vanessa Bryant mourned the loss of her late husband, sending a simple message on social media. "Happy Fathers Day @kobebryant 💕 You are so missed. We love you so much. #GirlDad 💕💕," she wrote. While Vanessa Bryant is a very private person, she's made it clear where she stands politically over the years. Vanessa Bryant, who is from Los Angeles, California, has Mexican roots. She sent a clear message on social media amid the mass protests taking place throughout Southern California. Thousands have been protesting the massive deportations taking place in California. The widow of the legendary NBA star made it clear that she wishes everyone would show more respect for one another. "As a Latina, a proud Mexican American, and above all, a human being, my heart breaks for the families being torn apart," she said. "No matter where we come from, no matter how we got here, we all deserve to be treated with humanity and respect." Back in 2020, Vanessa Bryant sent another political message, amid the George Floyd protests. The widow of Kobe Bryant shared a photo of her late husband wearing an "I Can't Breathe" t-shirt, which became a symbol of the Black community during the George Floyd protests. "My husband wore this shirt years ago and yet here we are again.💔#ICANTBREATHE (repost/photo credit unknown) plz tag 📷 Life is so fragile. Life is so unpredictable. Life is too short. Let's share and embrace the beautiful qualities and similarities we all share as people. Drive out hate. Teach respect and love for all at home and school. Spread LOVE. Fight for change- register to VOTE. Do not use innocent lives lost as an excuse to loot. BE AN EXAMPLE OF THE CHANGE WE WANT TO SEE. #BLACKLIVESMATTER ❤️," she wrote. Vanessa Bryant sent a clear message to the Black community. Vanessa Bryant doesn't speak out in public very often, but when she does, she makes sure she stands by her beliefs - refusing to apologize for them. Vanessa Bryant Refuses To Apologize For Where She Stands Politically first appeared on The Spun on Jun 18, 2025 This story was originally reported by The Spun on Jun 18, 2025, where it first appeared.
Fox News
09-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Fox News
Kobe Bryant mural vandalized for 2nd time days before riots grip Los Angeles
A mural dedicated to the late Kobe Bryant and his daughter, Gianna, in downtown Los Angeles was vandalized just a few days before the city exploded into riots over the Trump administration's illegal immigration raids. The "Mambas Forever" artwork showed the late Bryant family members embracing each other. White spray paint was used to deface the piece, according to FOX 11 Los Angeles. The mural is located in the Fashion District of downtown Los Angeles, about 20 miles from Paramount, where the riots have taken place for several days. The artwork had just been restored on May 30 after it was initially defaced in April. Lakers star Luka Doncic helped pay for the mural's restoration at the time. It took weeks for the mural to be restored. Artist Louise Palsino celebrated the restoration just a few days ago in a post on Instagram. "Fully restored Kobe and Gigi mural all thanks to @lukadoncic and everyone who donated to the go fund me," he wrote. "It's great how a bad situation can bring so many people together to bring something back greater. There was so many people that had showed up to help out and it was highly appreciated. I really felt the LOS ANGELES love on this one." No suspects have been named. It's unclear if the mural will be restored for a second time. Bryant, an NBA superstar who spent his 20-year career with the Los Angeles Lakers, and his daughter were killed in a helicopter crash in Calabasas in January 2020. Follow Fox News Digital's sports coverage on X and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter.
Newsweek
04-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Kobe and Gianna Mural to Be Moved After Second Vandalism
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. For the second time in a little over a month, a mural of Kobe and Gianna Bryant in downtown Los Angeles was vandalized. The Kobe and Gigi Bryant mural in DTLA has been vandalized again 😡 Via @kobemurals — Kobe Bryant Stories & Motivation (@kobehighlight) June 4, 2025 The mural was initially defaced on April 29. Created by artist Louie "Sloe" Motion, the tribute was first painted in the wake of the tragic helicopter crash that claimed the lives of Kobe, Gigi, and seven others back in January 2020. Kobe Bryant #24 of the Los Angeles Lakers and the Western Conference warms up with daughter Gianna Bryant during the NBA All-Star Game 2016 at the Air Canada Centre on February 14, 2016 in Toronto,... Kobe Bryant #24 of the Los Angeles Lakers and the Western Conference warms up with daughter Gianna Bryant during the NBA All-Star Game 2016 at the Air Canada Centre on February 14, 2016 in Toronto, Ontario. More PhotoFor the past five years, there were no incidents with it; now, for the second time in less than two months, there have been multiple instances of vandalism. This story will be updated....
Fox News
04-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Fox News
Kobe & Gianna Bryant Mural Vandalized in Los Angeles
Kobe and Gianna Bryant's mural was vandalized in downtown Los Angeles. Kim Zolciak and Kroy Biermann's financial drama just took a turn. Plus, Armie Hammer and his ex-wife were all smiles in a new photo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit You Got Suckered FOX News Radio
CBS News
04-06-2025
- Entertainment
- CBS News
Kobe and Gigi Bryant mural in downtown LA vandalized again
After being restored recently, the Kobe and Gianna Bryant mural in downtown Los Angeles has been vandalized once again. The mural, located at 1361 Main St., Los Angeles, depicts the legendary Laker with his daughter when she was a toddler. Artist Sloe_motions created the mural shortly after Kobe, Gigi, and seven others died in a helicopter crash on Jan. 26, 2020. "This was the first mural I ever did for Kobe," the artist said after the first vandalism. After restoring the piece of art that started his dedication to Kobe and Gigi's memory in May, Sloe Motion said he was disappointed to see the mural again covered in graffiti. The mural was covered with graffiti after artist Sloe Motions restored it recently. dtlainsider | Instagram "We didn't want that disrespect to LA right here and for people to see that, especially Vanessa," Sloe Motion said. "Kobe has brought nothing but light and insight and inspiration to the youth." Sloe Motions started an online fundraiser after the initial vandalism in April. It caught the eye of Laker star Luka Dončić, who donated $5,000 to help restore the mural. "Kobe is LA. He and Gigi mean so much to this city, to the Lakers organization and to me personally," Dončić said in a statement. "I'm happy to do anything to help make sure he and his daughter are honored." Sloe Motion painted the mural shortly after the deadly helicopter crash and went one to paint dozens more. However, it was his first that gave him the opportunity to meet Kobe's widow, Vanessa Bryant, two years later. "This is Los Angeles," Bryant said in a commercial for Super Bowl LVI while parked in front of the mural. "The city of angels. Where iconic teams, where iconic moments and where icons have etched their place in the storybook of history. Where nothing is impossible without a lot of hard work and a little imagination."
