How did Natalia Bryant honor her father Kobe during college graduation?

Kobe Bryant's eldest daughter, Natalia Bryant, graduated on May 16, 2025. Her mother, Vanessa Bryant, shared photos of her daughter's stole honoring her late father on her Instagram. She captioned the post:

"4 ever 🫶🏽❤️👑🐍 @nataliabryant ❤️🎉 #USCGRAD #CumLaude," referring to Kobe's phrase "Friends Hang Sometimes, Banners Hang Forever"

The emojis also hold a special meaning, with the crown and the snake referring to Kobe Bryant's popular nickname, "King Mamba."

The photo of Natalia Bryant included a close-up picture of her red and gold stole, which revealed Kobe Bryant's sheath logo on the left side. On the same, it also has her university name, "USC," "School of Cinematic Arts," and the university's football team slogan, "Fight On!" The right side contains her sorority letters, "ΚΚΓ" (Kappa Kappa Gamma), "Class of 2025," and "Cum Laude."

A-listers congratulating Natalia Bryant on her graduation post

Vanessa Bryant posted two photos and a video clip of her daughter's graduation day. The video included a few clips of Vanessa kissing Natalia on the cheek and congratulating her, a few photos of Natalia in her graduation dress and stole, as well as Natalia's walk while accepting her degree.

Many celebrities were seen in the comment section congratulating and wishing Natalia Bryant well. Have a look at some of them below:

American actress and Academy Award winner Zoë Yadira Saldaña-Perego commented on Vanessa Bryant's video post, saying:

"Wow biggest co greats Natalia!!!!" - @zoesaldana wrote.

American fashion designer Rachel Zoe also commented on the video:

"👏👏👏👏 OMG How did 4 years just happen??? CONGRATULATIONS beautiful @nataliabryant ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️" - @rachelzoe said.

Beyoncé's mother, Tina Knowles, was also seen in the comments. She said:

"I am beyond proud of you beautiful @nataliabryant Vanessa I saw the love that you poured into your daughter ❤️❤️❤️You did a great Job❤️" - @mstinaknowles wrote.

American actress and businesswoman Jessica Alba also chimed in:

"❤️❤️❤️🙌 congrats!!!! @nataliabryant -wow!" - @jessicaalba added.

Another singer and dancer was seen in the comments. Ciara wrote:

"Go Nani Go!!" - @ciara commented.

Rapper, singer, and actress Monica Denise wrote:

"This is AMAZING @nataliabryant ❤️ we’re all so proud of you !!!"

As seen from the comments, Natalia Bryant's graduation may be a personal milestone, but it is celebrated by many. In a way, it is also a heartfelt celebration of her father's legacy, beautifully symbolized by the sheath on her stole.

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