Vanessa Bryant to donate proceeds from $16 million lawsuit to charity

Vanessa plans to donate her earnings to the Mamba and Mambacita Sports Foundation to “shed light on the legacy of Kobe and Gigi,” the attorney said. Los Angeles Times in the statement, without specifying the exact amount of money the group will receive.

Vanessa, also a mother of daughters Natalia Bryant19, Bianca5 and Capri, 3, testified during the 11-day trial. After the verdict was read, she cried in court and then exchanged hugs with Chris. She later shared a photo on Instagram of herself with Kobe and Gianna, writing, “All for you! I love you! JUSTICE for Kobe and Gigi!”

Also after the verdict, the Los Angeles County District Attorney Mira Hashmall “We are grateful to the jury for their hard work in this case. Although we disagree with the jury’s findings as to the County’s liability, we believe that the money award demonstrates that the jury did not believe the evidence supporting plaintiffs’ claim. $75 million for emotional distress.”

The statement said they would discuss next steps with their client, adding: “In the meantime, we hope the Bryant and Chester families continue to heal from their tragic loss.”