Bianka Bryant, the 7-year-old daughter of the late and legendary Kobe Bryant, took center stage at a recent Los Angeles Dodgers game in a heartwarming tribute to her late father.
On Sunday, August 25, 2024 — alongside her mom Vanessa Bryant and sisters Capri and Natalia — Bianka had the honor of throwing the ceremonial first pitch as the Dodgers faced off against the Tampa Bay Rays on Kobe Bryant Jersey Night. This touching moment was not only a nod to Kobe’s enduring legacy but also a celebration of family and the Los Angeles community.
In a video shared by the Dodgers, you can see Bianka’s excitement as she confidently winds up and delivers an impressive pitch right down the middle of the plate. (The Mamba mentality runs deep!) The pitch was expertly caught by Dodgers’ right fielder Mookie Betts, making for a truly memorable and emotional start to the game at Dodger Stadium.
This special moment takes place after Kobe‘s birthday (August 23) and Kobe Day (August 24).