Vanessa Bryant was honored with Baby2Baby’s Giving Tree award on Saturday night in the Los Angeles area.
Vanessa Bryant got emotional at a charity event on Saturday night with her daughters in the audience.and wipes to children in need across the U.S. — honored Bryant with the Giving Tree Award at the organization’s 10th annual gala in West Hollywood, California.
Bryant, who worked with Baby2Baby for years before husband Kobe Bryant's tragic death in Jan 2020, was introduced on Saturday night by her close friend, singer Ciara. "As a mom of four beautiful girls, she's the ultimate role model," Ciara said."And they are her driving force ... V, I am so proud of you. You deserve this honor. Not only because of who you are, but how you love, how you serve, and how you care for others."
When Bryant took the stage — to a standing ovation — in a sparkling pink dress with feather accents, she immediately was emotional.Michael Tran / AFP - Getty Images "I have to start by saying how much I miss my perfect date tonight," she said, pausing to gather herself."My husband Kobe loved attending Baby2Baby galas. With his big smile, he would look at me and say, 'Babe, this is freaking awesome. Tonight I'm your plus one, baby !'"