In April 2001, the couple officially tied the knot.ĭuring the course of their marriage, the two welcomed four daughters.
Vanessa had become engaged to the renowned and late Kobe Bryant after only six months of dating. Gasol notably played for the Los Angeles Lakers from 2008 until 2014, and officially began his professional career in 1998, until his retirement that was announced in October 2021. She added, 'We are grateful to the WNBA and Pau for continuing to honor Kobe and Gianna in this way.'īryant was accompanied by WNBA Commissioner, Cathy Engelbert, who also assisted in presenting the award. Special: The award is given to individuals, 'who use their time, talent, and platform to raise awareness for the WNBA, and women's and girls' basketball in various ways, like Kobe was so committed to doing,' the WNBA expressed in a statement, per People. Pau has done so much to promote women and girls in sports and cares deeply about spreading a message of equality, which was so important to Kobe and Gianna.'
Vanessa herself stated, 'I'm so pleased that Pau has been chosen to receive this award. 'The Kobe & Gigi Bryant WNBA Advocacy Award highlights Kobe's legacy as a coach and mentor and Gigi's inspirational, relentless commitment to playing at the highest levels of the game.' The Kobe and Gigi Bryant WNBA Advocacy Award is given to individuals, 'who use their time, talent, and platform to raise awareness for the WNBA, and women's and girls' basketball in various ways, like Kobe was so committed to doing,' the WNBA expressed in a statement, per People. The professional basketball player was also a former teammate of Kobe Bryant on the Los Angeles Lakers. The photo captured crowds filling the arena to watch the game, and the businesswoman was soon seen stepping out onto the court to present the Advocacy Award to Pau Gasol. Natalia was also dressed up, and wore a pin-striped gray blazer and matching slacks as Vanessa's youngest daughter rested on her lap. She accessorized her look for the evening by adding a pair of gold-hooped earrings and an assortment of stylish rings for a flashy touch. Her dark hair was parted in the middle, and effortlessly flowed down past her shoulders in light curls. Selfie time: Vanessa Bryant, 40, took a selfie with her daughters, Natalia, 20, Bianka, 6, and Capri, 3 at the NBA All-Stars Game on Sunday in Salt Lake City
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