This week marked Vanessa Bryant‘s anniversary with her late husband, Kobe Bryant, and she took to social media to commemorate the occasion. Sharing a series of heartfelt posts, Vanessa posted photos of herself and Kobe, along with gifts she received from various individuals in honor of the event.
Among those who sent Vanessa a gift was Kobe‘s former Los Angeles Lakers teammate, Pau Gasol. Vanessa shared Gasol‘s gift, a bucket of flowers, on her Instagram Stories, expressing her gratitude.
Retaining a close relationship
Gasol and Vanessa have a close relationship, and he has been supportive of the Bryant family since Kobe‘s passing. Despite some public scrutiny about their friendship, Gasol‘s gestures demonstrate his genuine care and support for the Bryants.
Her relationship with Gasol is just one aspect of her public life, but it is significant for Lakers fans who still hold Kobe‘s memory dear.
“Kobe Bryant took my game to the next level,” Gasol said during his induction to the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame back in August.
“Taught me what it took to win at the highest level and showed me how hard you have to work and the mentality that you have to have in order to be the best.
“I wouldn’t be here without you brother. I wish more than ever that you and Gigi were here today with us. I miss you and love you.”