In the midst of a tragedy, Vanessa Bryant has received so much love and support from others. Many of them are fans of her husband, Kobe Bryant. Other support came from people, who've truly felt empathy towards a suffering widow. Celebrities and other household names have come out publicly to share their feelings with Vanessa. During this time of emotional ups and downs, we're sure Vanessa just wants some time alone, to gather her feelings and heal. However, it's encouraging, when others understand the pain you're going through. Here are some well-known people, who have kindly shared their sentiments with the grieving wife and mother.
Joe Biden
As reported by PopCulture, Joe Biden, the former US Vice President, has tweeted some kind words directed at Vanessa. He said, "Vanessa, I'm keeping you in my prayers today. Grief is a heavy burden to bear – especially with the eyes of the world watching. But there will come a day, I promise you, when the memory of Kobe and Gianna will bring a smile to your lips before it brings a tear to your eye." This message alone is counsel for a crying heart.
Chiquis Rivera
In a recent post, here at Moms, we've covered Chiquis Rivera's message to Vanessa. She mentioned that she was thinking about Vanessa everyday and the pain she was going through. Chiquis had lost her mother in a plane crash in Mexico. Quoted from our article,
"It'll just get easier, and the first year is the hardest," Rivera continued. "I'm not even going to sugarcoat it, it's so difficult, but they are in my prayers. I know what you're going through."
And she had some words of wisdom, whenever it comes to grief and healing, "I couldn't help it -- just so many things... but you know what? [Healing] is just a matter of time," she shared. "That's all I can really say."
La La Anthony, Alex Morgan & Danielle Fishel
When Vanessa Bryant, posted on Instagram, a heartfelt message about the tragedy celebrities took the time to comment on her post.
“Love you deep V. Forever and always by ur side ❤️❤️❤️🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽,” La La Anthony, TV personality, commented.
“I’m praying for you and your girls to get through this together. You are so loved and supported and I hope you feel that today and everyday,” said Alex Morgan, American Soccer Player.
Danielle Fishel, star of Boy Meets World, left a message from Vanessa.
“I have written and rewritten this message 12 times. I truly cannot find the words because they all feel weak and worthless in light of the enormous tragedy you, Natalia, Bianka, and Capri are experiencing. You all, including the other families, have been in my prayers multiple times every day and I know God is watching over you and wrapping you in his light and love. My deepest condolences to everyone who loved, and will continue to love forever, the nine souls lost that day.”
Iyanla Vanzant
Inspirational speaker and author, Iyanla Vanzant tweeted, "Beloved I know we are all stunned, shocked and saddened, and still, I invite you to join me in declaring, decreeing and affirming strength and peace for Vanessa Bryant. This mother has lost a child. This wife has lost her husband. Through our tears, we must pray and life her."
Gabrielle Union-Wade
Gabrielle Union has recently received love and hate, in regards to her step-daughter's transgenderism. She took the time to put her drama aside to offer loving words to Vanessa.
Gabrielle captioned her post, "Yesterday watching my husband & the kids in stunned silence, just staring at them, all of us thinking about @vanessabryant & her children and the families that lost pieces of their heart in an instant yesterday. Please remember that as life moves on for everyone else, the grief these families are experiencing just started. Please don't forget about them. Please don't forget about all the ppl who are suffering and frozen as life around them goes on. We love you. We are praying for you, for all of us struggling with unimaginable challenges we don't speak of."
Kamala Harris
US Politician, Kamala Harris, also added her thoughts on Twitter. She felt pain for Vanessa and her family. She reminded everyone to hold those you love closer, as you never know what tomorrow may bring.
Barack Obama
Former US President, Barack Obama spoke as a parent. He mentioned the unimaginable pain Vanessa is going through, not only losing her husband, but her teenage daughter, Gianna, as well.
When a devastating incident occurs, our core being lights up and asks us to be supportive of the person or people, who are suffering. It's been studied, that we have an inclination, no matter where we've come from, to help someone in need. During this specific time, in Vanessa Bryant's life, she is in need of emotional support. As we've seen, the support has been never-ending. This brings comfort and hope to those who have experienced the pain, and those who have only witnessed it.