Vanessa Bryant Celebrates What Would Have Been Gianna Bryant's 8th Grade Graduation

Vanessa Bryant is celebrating an emotional milestone.

The 38-year-old wife of Kobe Bryant, who tragically died in a helicopter crash alongside their daughter Gianna, posted a special message for Gianna on Friday (June 5).

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“Congratulations on your 8th grade graduation Gigi. I love you forever and always. I’m so proud of you. ❤️, Mommy #classof2020,” she captioned a photo of Gigi‘s name surrounded by flowers.

Days before, Vanessa spoke out on behalf of her late husband, posting a photo of the basketball star wearing an “I Can’t Breathe” shirt amid global protests denouncing systemic racism and police brutality. See what she wrote…

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