How Kobe Bryant’s Daughter Capri Is Following in His Footsteps

Vanessa Bryant is embracing another Mamba.

Sharing a heartwarming snapshot, the woman aged 43 paid tribute to her deceased spouse, Kobe Bryant, by showcasing their 6-year-old daughter, Capri Kobe Bryant, emulating his sporty legacy.

In my latest Instagram post on July 24th, I couldn’t help but notice the striking resemblance between my daughter Capri, who shares a middle name with her dad, and Kobe Bryant. A split image shows Capri mimicking Kobe’s iconic basketball stance, and if that wasn’t convincing enough, I fondly refer to her as “Baby Mamba,” following in the footsteps of her father, whom I also call “KoKo Bean.

Previously, Vanessa – mother to Natalia Bryant (22), Bianka Bryant (8), and the late Gianna Bryant who tragically passed in the 2020 helicopter crash along with Kobe and others – has shown that Capri shares her interest in basketball. Specifically, just two years ago, the author of “Mamba & Mambacita” uploaded a picture on Instagram of her youngest beaming as she held two basketballs, mirroring the joyful expression her father had for the sport.

Vanessa recently paid tribute to her holiday trip with her daughters that took place six months ago, which she previously shared on Instagram in December. As shown in the post, they spent their winter break together, engaging in activities such as roasting marshmallows and skiing down snowy slopes. During this time, Capri also had a chance to spend some quality moments with her mother, as they posed for pictures while riding on a carousel.

When Capri isn’t preparing to dribble on the court, her older sister Bianka is already honing her three-point shots. In fact, former WNBA star Candace Parker, aged 38, recently posted a striking photo of them both playing basketball together.

And according to Candace, the little one is certainly taking after dad and Gianna. 

Last July, Candace posted on Instagram that she’s retired but still active at the gym. She went on to say that it’s time for others to shine and she can’t wait to cheer them from the sidelines. Her message was all about continuity: ‘Legacy, legacy, legacy, legacy!’

Keep reading to see more sweet moments in the Bryant legacy…

The renowned basketball player was seen celebrating with his folks, Joe Bryant and Pamela Bryant, immediately following their victory in the NBA Championship on June 19, 2000.

The duo were all smiles while posing for a portrait in November 2000.

Vanessa showed off her baby bump at the 2019 Baby2Baby Gala in Los Angeles.

On Instagram, back in December 2019, Kobe posted a message that read: “Happy 3rd Birthday B.B! I can’t believe it, you’re already three! We adore you, our sweet little one.

 

“My Bianka Bella Bryant (BBB),” Kobe wrote on Instagram back in November 2019.

“Happy Thanksgiving! Thankful for my family!” Kobe wrote via Instagram back in November 2019.

The Bryants dressed up as characters from The Wizard of Oz back in October 2019.

“My Gigi,” Kobe wrote on Instagram back in September 2019.

In 2019, a pair consisting of a father and daughter took their seats right on the sidelines, during the Lakers versus Mavericks match at the Staples Center.

Vanessa Bryant surprised me by bringing our two little ones, B.B and KoKo, to my book signing for #legacyandthequeen at Barnes & Noble in September 2019.

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In September 2019, Vanessa Bryant brought our twins, B.B and KoKo, as a surprise to my book signing for “Legacy and the Queen” at Barnes & Noble.

On Instagram last May, as a tribute to Mother’s Day, I penned: “Dear Vanessa, we adore you and are eternally grateful for your unwavering support of our family. You stand as the bedrock of everything we cherish dearly. I am deeply in love with you #mybaby #lioness #mamabear #queenmamba.” This was written just a month before the arrival of Capri, expressing my feelings a few weeks prior to her birth.

 

Last March, Kobe shared on Instagram that he had an amazing visit to UConn Women’s Basketball for senior night and the retirement ceremony of basketball icon @promise50. He expressed gratitude towards Gampel, Coach Geno, and Cd for their warm welcome. Best of luck to them in the future, he added.

At a matchup between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Atlanta Hawks, Kobe Bryant and his daughter Gianna had a unique experience together.

In the year 2018, Vanessa, Kobe, Natalia, and Gianna were present at the first showing of “A Wrinkle in Time” held in the city of Los Angeles.

Unexpected getaway to Cabo San Lucas for my birthday, as part of the Bryant family adventure! Here’s to 40 years and being a queen (#queenmamba) and a mambacita!

Kobe and his family members attended a women’s basketball game in Los Angeles back in 2017.

2017 saw Kobe Bryant beaming with joy as he struck poses alongside his loved ones during his jersey retirement event. Notably present at the occasion was Magic Johnson.

Kobe attended the Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Sports Awards with Vanessa, Gianna and Natalia in 2016.

Here, the family members were pictured at the Tribeca Film Festival.

Bryant celebrated his major win with his daughter Gianna by his side.

2016’s NBA All-Star Game was just around the corner, and before hitting the court, the legendary basketball player received a warm embrace from his little girl.

In the year 2011, Kobe Bryant’s spouse and children were present at the event where his hand and footprints were immortalized in Hollywood, California.

 

Kobe, his wife and their daughters celebrated the Lakers’ NBA championship at Disneyland in 2010.

In 2009, the renowned basketball player enjoyed a Lakers triumph celebration alongside Vanessa and their children during a parade that took place in Los Angeles.

In a 2017 conversation with Extra, Kobe affectionately called his daughters his “little princesses of Daddy.” This image dates back to 2007, where he is seen with Vanessa and Natalia.

Vanessa Bryant posted a lovely picture of herself with their youngest child, six-year-old Capri, who is following in Kobe Bryant’s (also 6) athletic path.

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2025-07-25 17:48