Natalia Bryant Honors Late Father Kobe at Graduation with Heartfelt Touches

Published: May 19, 2025

Natalia Bryant, the 22-year-old daughter of the late Kobe Bryant, graduated cum laude from the University of Southern California (USC) on May 16, and her mother Vanessa Bryant shared sweet moments from the milestone celebration.

In a video shared by Vanessa, Natalia's graduation sash is shown, which includes a special message that reads, "Thank you Mom & Dad," in USC's signature yellow and red colors. The sash also features her father's sheath logo on the top left, which Kobe explained in a 2014 interview with Esquire is inspired by a samurai sword.

In another touching moment, Lakers owner Jeanie Buss personally handed Natalia her diploma on stage during the USC graduation ceremony. "Thank you @jeaniebuss for making this milestone even more special. #LakersFamily," Vanessa wrote in her caption on Instagram.

Natalia, who was a member of the Kappa Kappa Gamma sorority, graduated cum laude from USC and wore a white dress with a red and gold stole that read "cum laude" and included the Greek letters of her sorority.

The graduation ceremony was celebrated by several A-list stars, including Khloe Kardashian, Kris Jenner, and LA Sparks great Lisa Leslie, who left congratulatory comments on Vanessa's post.