In collaboration with Nike, Vanessa, the widow of the late NBA star, has released a pair of 'Girl Dad' sneakers as a tribute to Kobe's love for his daughters.
- June 1, 2024
AceShowbiz - Vanessa Bryant continues to honor the memory of her late husband, Kobe Bryant. She paid tribute to the NBA legend with the launch of special edition "Girl Dad" sneakers and a new colorway of the Nike Kobe 8 "Mambacita" sneakers commemorating their late daughter, Gianna.
In collaboration with Nike, Vanessa has released a pair of "Girl Dad" sneakers as a tribute to Kobe's love for his daughters. The sneakers, available just in time for Father's Day, feature an olive green colorway with black laces, the iconic Nike swoosh logo, and Kobe's signature on the back.
The number 24 and the inscription "Girl Dad" are featured within the shoe's tongue. Vanessa shared on Instagram that the sneakers celebrate Kobe's commitment to his daughters, Natalia, Gianna, Bianka and Capri.
To honor Gianna's 18th birthday, Vanessa unveiled a new design for the Nike Kobe 8 "Mambacita" sneakers. The sneakers feature a butterfly theme in gold, white, and black, symbolizing Gianna's transformative impact on women's sports. The special edition will be available for purchase on Gianna's birthdate, May 1. Profits from the sale of these sneakers will benefit the Mambacita Sports Foundation, which supports underserved child athletes.
The "Girl Dad" sneakers were inspired by Kobe's close relationship with his daughters. The design of the "Mambacita" sneakers is based on a courtside moment shared between Kobe and Gianna. The sneakers pay homage to Kobe's support of women's basketball and the WNBA.
Vanessa Bryant's tributes to Kobe and Gianna demonstrate her unwavering dedication to preserving their legacies and celebrating the positive impact they had on the world.
