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Time of India
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Kobe Bryant's daughter Natalia Bryant and Lakers boss Jeanie Buss share a moment that left everyone watching
, daughter of the NBA legend , crossed the stage in the hood and her dress at the University of South California on Saturday, May 17, 2025. Just when everyone thought it was a normal confirmation, owner stood next to her. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now What followed next made a simple ceremony a heartfelt scene that no one would come. Natalia Bryant pays tribute to Kobe Bryant with her graduation stole On Saturday, at USC's Bovard Auditorium in Los Angeles, Natalia Bryant walked on stage to accept her diploma. The 22-year-old had finished her film degree. Rather than a simple stole, she sported one bearing her late father's own "Kobe" logo and the words "Thank You Mom & Dad." With each step, the crowd witnessed Natalia Bryant's manner of stating that she keeps her father's spirit alive. She told the reporter that she wanted to honor her parents. The logo on the stole was a salute to pay tribute to her father, 5 times NBA winner with (2000-2010). When Natalia Bryant came to the center of the stage, her mother, Vanessa Bryant, looked at her with pride from the first row. Vanessa had posted pictures earlier in the day with Natalia, who fixed her stole and smiled for friends. Jeanie Buss steps in to make the moment memorable Right before the announcer revealed Natalia Bryant as the graduate, Los Angeles Jeanie Buss stepped forward from the back of the stage. On Sunday, May 18, 2025, Vanessa Bryant revealed the surprise on her Instagram story. In the story, Jeanie got up, opened her arms to embrace Natalia Bryant warmly and then handed over her diploma. Jeanie Bus has been Lakers' president since 2013 and was actually very close to Kobe Bryant. Jeanie Buss has been the Lakers' president since 2013 and was indeed very close to Kobe Bryant. Her action also showed how the organization respects family relationships. The mother, Vanessa Bryant, tagged Jeanie Buss in her post after the ceremony with the caption, "Thank you for making this milestone even more special." Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Natalia Bryant later commented under her mother's clip with "thank you @jeaniebuss" and several heart emojis. Even Hollywood celebrity Kris Jenner congratulated by saying, "Congratulations!!! We are so proud of you, Natalia, we love you!!!" The official X account of the Lakers commented, on May 18, 2025, "We are so proud of you, Natalia Bryant. Welcome to the Trojan Family!" That surprise cameo by Jeanie Buss made a regular graduation a special celebration of heritage and affection. Also read:
Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Taylor Swift Broke TikTok Hiatus To Do This
briefly hopped on TikTok to celebrate Natalia Bryant's graduation, breaking her over seven-month hiatus. Bryant, who is the eldest daughter of Vanessa and late Kobe Bryant, put up a TikTok video to mark her graduation from the University of Southern California, and Swift showed her silent support by liking the clip. This action marks the pop icon's first activity on the platform since her uploads of concert videos from the highly popular The Eras Tour. After her The Eras Tour wrapped up in December, Taylor Swift has kept a low profile in public as well as on her social media platforms. However, this week, she seemingly logged into her TikTok account after over seven months to react to Natalia Bryant's graduation ceremony. She liked the graduate's TikTok video, showing a glimpse of her return to social media. Bryant posted the video on May 19, celebrating her graduation from the University of Southern California. In the clip, the 22-year-old, wearing her white graduation dress and stole, was accompanied by her three friends. The girl gang wrapped their arms around each other, boasting big smiles about their achievement. The four girls then began to lip-sync to Swift's song 'Nothing New,' mouthing the line, 'How can a person know everything at 18 but nothing at 22? And will you still want me when I'm nothing new?' Algorithm or otherwise, the clip reached Swift, who showered her wishes with a like. Meanwhile, eagle-eyed netizens were quick to spot the pop star's TikTok activity. Swifties excitedly took to the comments section to note the singer's subtle reaction on TikTok. Many felt happy about Swift going active again. The last time she put up a TikTok video on her account was in October, when she walked around The Eras Tour concert venue in Miami holding possibly one of her cats. Natalia Bryant's father, the late Kobe Bryant, has previously praised Taylor Swift and her music. During his 2019 appearance on 'The Jordan Harbinger Show,' he revealed listening to her music while complimenting her successful career. The singer also offered her condolences upon the NBA legend's passing via a tweet in 2020. The post Taylor Swift Broke TikTok Hiatus To Do This appeared first on Reality Tea.
Daily Mail
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Taylor Swift RETURNS to social media to sweetly support Kobe Bryant's daughter Natalia
Taylor Swift made a grand return to social media to support Kobe Bryant 's daughter Natalia as she celebrated her college graduation from the University of Southern California (USC) this past weekend. The Grammy winner, 35, has been laying low and mainly staying out of the public eye following the conclusion of her Eras Tour and her boyfriend Travis Kelce 's loss at the Super Bowl in February. However, fans were quick to notice that the star recently jumped to TikTok to like a short reel that Natalia, 22, shared. The clip showed the college graduate posing with a few pals as they mouthed lyrics to Swift's track Nothing New, such as: 'How can a person know everything at 18 but nothing at 22? And will you still want me when I'm nothing new?' Social media users flocked to the comment section to share their excitement over the Bad Blood songstress being active again on the platform. One penned, 'So we all just stalking Taylor's likes,' and another wrote, 'TAYLOR LIKED IT, this is such a cute sign of life.' 'TAYLOR LIKED OMG SHES ACTIVE,' one shared, while a fan added, 'GUYS TAYLOR LIKED. SHES BACK ON TIKTOK.' Another typed put, 'did taylor finally remember her tiktok password,' and one commented, 'Omg Taylor might be back.' 'TAYLOR LIKED THIS OMG,' a Swiftie wrote, while one also shared, 'Your video is the first one Taylor has liked in a yearrrr.' Swift has mostly been staying out of the spotlight in recent months - but earlier this month, the star was spotted alongside Kelce as they grabbed a bite to eat with their families on Mother's Day. Her last post on Instagram was uploaded in December 2024 at the end of her Eras Tour, while other fans pointed out that Taylor was last active on TikTok nearly one year ago. Earlier this month, the singer was notably subpoenaed amid Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni's publicized lawsuit. Swift has been very close with the Bryant family for many years, and Kobe notably joined the Love Story singer on stage back in 2015 during her 1989 World Tour. He died aged 41 in a helicopter crash in January 2020 alongside daughter Gianna, 13, and seven others. Social media users flocked to the comment section to share their excitement over the Bad Blood songstress being active again on the platform 'TAYLOR LIKED OMG SHES ACTIVE,' one shared, while a fan added, 'GUYS TAYLOR LIKED. SHES BACK ON TIKTOK' Another typed put, 'did taylor finally remember her tiktok password,' and one commented, 'Omg Taylor might be back' Last year, the songstress donned a necklace that had been gifted by Kobe Bryant's widow Vanessa which is from the Mambacita x ZC capsule collection that dropped back in March 2022. The gold-chained piece contains a small, circular pendant that has the late basketball player's famous quote engraved on the front: 'Bet on yourself.' Not long after Swift's outing, Vanessa took to her Instagram stories to give a sweet shout out to the Grammy winner and reposted a story about the star donning the necklace. She added a blue, heart-shaped emoji that had the words, 'We Love You Taylor' printed in the middle. In 2023, Vanessa had shared a TikTok video originally posted by ESPN that had captured the moment when Kobe stepped in front of the cheering crowd to present Swift with a special banner. And back in 2019, the late basketball player had also opened up about Swift during an interview on The Jordan Harbinger Show. 'She's a sweet kid. I mean, she was a sweetheart to my girls before she even blew up and became Taylor Swift.' 'So that's why I'll always, if she needs anything from me, I'm always there,' Kobe had expressed. Following the tragic deaths of Kobe and Gianna Bryant, as well as seven other individuals in a deadly helicopter crash on January 26, 2020, Taylor paid an emotional tribute on X. 'My heart is in pieces hearing the news of this unimaginable tragedy. I can't fathom what the families are going through,' she had penned. 'Kobe meant so much to me and to us all. Sending my prayers, love, and endless condolences to Vanessa and the family and anyone who lost someone on that flight.' Later that same year in the summer of 2020, the songstress gifted a cardigan to Vanessa and Kobe's eldest daughter, Natalia. She had jumped to her own Instagram stories to share a picture of the piece of clothing and typed out, 'Thank you SO much @talorswift. I am OBSESSED with "folklore"!!!' In August 2023, Vanessa and her daughters Natalia, Bianka, eight, and Capri, five, stopped by Swift's Eras Tour stop in Los Angeles. The philanthropist shared memorable photos and clips from the special night, including the moment when Bianka was given the singer's hat during the performance. Vanessa additionally shared a glimpse of a denim jacket that she had worn which included an image of Taylor and Kobe on stage together back in 2015. During her graduation over the past weekend, Natalia notably honored her late father by wearing the 'Black Mamba' symbol over her heart. The symbol was embroidered in gold on her red graduation sole above the words, 'School of Cinematic Arts.' Natalia's sorority, Kappa Kappa Gamma, was printed on the left side and it was revealed she had graduated Cum Laude - which is for students who achieved a GPA between 3.50 to 3.74. During a past interview with Entertainment Tonight, she explained that her college experience was 'pretty normal.' She added, 'We've been able to find the best friends and been able to establish a good, core group.' While talking to Town & Country last year, the college graduate discussed her dreams of working in the entertainment industry. 'I think it's fun to have my foot in both [fashion and film] worlds. They're both collaborative, and you meet so many different people... It makes the world feel smaller,' she stated. The model also opened up about what she wanted her 'legacy' to be during her interview with the outlet. 'In terms of legacy, my main goal is just to be the best version of me that I possibly can and understanding that there's no expectation that I should have for each stage of life.' Bryant continued, 'I just need to know that I have to keep learning, because there's no finish line. 'You just have to keep pushing and being the best person you can be and soaking everything up like a job's never done.'
Los Angeles Times
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Los Angeles Times
Natalia Bryant honors dad Kobe during USC graduation and A-listers turn out with congrats
Natalia Bryant, the eldest daughter of late Los Angeles Lakers star Kobe Bryant, got an A-list round of applause online after she graduated Friday with honors from USC's School of Cinematic Arts. 'Congratulations!! World is yours!!' actor Michael B. Jordan wrote on Natalia's Instagram post while 'Euphoria' actor Storm Reid shouted out, 'gorg nani! proud of you.' Jennifer Garner left hearts and clapping hands on the model's post while Tina Knowles, Beyoncé's mom, wrote, 'Congratulations you make us all proud.' 'Gooo Nani Boo! So incredibly proud of you!!' singer Ciara wrote, ending her comment with a series of red hearts. 'Brava,' declared filmmaker Ava DuVernay. Eudoxie Bridges, the model and philanthropist who's married to Ludacris, said, 'Congratulations, beautiful.' Writer-podcaster Jay Shetty, U.S. Olympic gymnast Nastia Liukin, reality star Kyle Richards, model Lily Aldridge and actor Lily Collins all offered kudos, with American fashion designer Solange Franklin Reed saying she was 'so proud' of Bryant. 'Omgg! It IS YOUUU! Congrats my beautiful babyy!' Kimora Lee Simmons gushed. 'My smart intelligent beautiful girl,' La La Anthony wrote. 'We're so proud of you @nataliabryant!' proud mama Vanessa Bryant wrote in her caption of a photo of Natalia Bryant sitting by a fountain on the USC campus. The 22-year-old attended the university's main graduation ceremony Thursday night at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, according to pictures on her mom's Instagram. Friday afternoon she collected her diploma when she walked in the film school's graduation. Her diploma was presented by Jeanie Buss, daughter of late Lakers owner Jerry Buss, who drafted Kobe Bryant straight out of high school when he was only 17. For the Friday ceremony, Natalia Bryant wore a cream-colored, long-sleeve, high-neck minidress set off by a custom cardinal-and-gold stole, which featured her father's sheath logo and acknowledged her cum laude status and membership in the Kappa Kappa Gamma sorority. On the back of the neck, 'Thank You Mom & Dad' was embroidered on the stole. Natalia Bryant was only 17 years old when her dad Kobe, 41, and sister Gianna,13, died on a foggy Sunday in January 2020 as the helicopter they were riding in crashed into a Calabasas hillside. Sister Bianka was 3 years old and sister Capri was 7 months old.
Time of India
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Kobe Bryant's legacy lives on as Natalia graduates USC and Jeanie Buss honors the family onstage
(Image Source - Getty Images) Natalia Bryant's graduation at USC was already a big deal, but it took an unexpected turn that made it even more emotional. As she began this new chapter, a surprise moment happened that touched not just her family but everyone who was there. It was more than just a ceremony. Jeanie Buss's surprise appearance adds emotional weight to Natalia Bryant's USC graduation Natalia Bryant finished her studies at the University of Southern California, not just with academic accolades but also with the lasting legacy of her father, Kobe Bryant . The graduation on May 16 was made even more special when Jeanie Buss, the owner of the Los Angeles Lakers, showed up unexpectedly to present Natalia with her diploma—a moment that touched the Bryant family and highlighted the strong connection between the Lakers and the Bryants. She graduated with a film degree from USC's renowned School of Cinematic Arts, earning cum laude honors. The moment became even more meaningful when Jeanie Buss presented her diploma on stage. Vanessa Bryant took to Instagram to share this emotional moment and her thanks, "Legacy @nataliabryant ~ thank you @jeaniebuss for making this milestone even more special. #LakersFamily #USCGRAD #CumLaude." by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Accounting Automation Software Might Help You To Earn More Accounting Automation Software | Search ads Undo Natalia's graduation attire paid homage to her family's legacy. Her stole featured the "Cum Laude" distinction, her Kappa Kappa Gamma sorority letters, and the iconic Mamba logo—a tribute to her father Kobe and sister Gianna 'Gigi' Bryant, both of whom tragically passed away in 2020. The emblem, designed by Vanessa Bryant, symbolizes the " Mamba Mentality " and was placed over Natalia's heart, signifying her father's enduring presence in her life. Natalia balanced her academics with beginning a modelling career at USC. She partnered with IMG Models then walked Versace for Milan Fashion Week in 2024. Natalia thanks her family and friends for their incredible support along the road even with the demanding balancing act. Also Read: Boston Celtics May Break Up Their Core as Derrick White Becomes a Surprising Trade Candidate Graduating for Natalia Bryant was a celebration of her strength, family ties, and community support—not only a milestone. The event was a wonderful mirror of tenacity and Kobe Bryant's legacy thanks to Jeanie Buss's kind gesture and Natalia's acknowledgement to her father and sister. Get IPL 2025 match schedules , squads , points table , and live scores for CSK , MI , RCB , KKR , SRH , LSG , DC , GT , PBKS , and RR . Check the latest IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap standings.
