I think about Kobe&Gigi everyday. That speech made me shed a tear. I just think about how strong of a women Vanessa is. You could see the pain in her eyes in that speech
I hope one day his daughters can watch back his greatest moments, listen to all the amazing interviews he gave, and really understand his impact on the world 🌎
No one is stopping Kobe's parents from speaking. They may not want to speak because it's too hard for them to come to grips with losing their son and grandchild.
THANK YOU STEPHEN A for saying what needed to be said. And what she said about them was shady seeing that they weren't there. Those parents are largely responsible for his success and should have been treated with respect and dignity! Like Stephen said she's not the only one hurting...that mother lost her only son who SHE nurtured and raised to be the poised talent that he became. That father reared him and exposed him to a lifestyle that prepared him for greatness. So shame on EVERYBODY that disrespected Kobe's family!! May God help them as they endure the ignorance
Michelle Love. Very well said. Obviously I am in support of his parents, I don't believe either side will change their mind or opinion. In time, results, events, leaked or additional info, will sway some of us. The truth, facts, proof, will serve to aid us realize if we were mistaken or who was mistaken.
@@SolarSystmOfTheAztecs I think he means cause they’re too young. That wasn’t an insult. Bianca might be able to recollect some memories of Kobe later on and be able to grasp what this is about a little but there‘s no way Capri is. She was only a couple of months old when it happened.
It's real ❤️ for Vanessa to express her feelings about the late Kobe by giving a speech for him while he's resting in another world in peach, with Gianna.
Stephen A. was taking a sh*t and didn't hear Vanessa mention Kobe's parents. It's obvious that they have no relationship and that's probably why they weren't there.
His sister was there and she invited them. So Stephen A needs to watch things before he talks about it on air!! I know he said he wasn’t talking about Vanessa but that still sounded like a dig for bringing it up!
Vanessa has done her part, it is obvious that the In laws have never want to do anything to do with Vanessa and the kids just because Kobe chose to marry her. It is very apparent that is a Black folks vision. Now that Vanessa is in charge of her husband's state because she is absolutely the woman he chose as the Mother of his kids. Some man have to stand strong as some Mothers may want to dispossessed them of their manhood.
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@@unsettled_5 I’ve been left the church too much lies and deceptions and I don’t trust religions due to history so I still have faith a belief in God though I just do my own research
Even before vanessa’s speech, there wasn’t enough, if any mention at all, of everyone else in kobe’s family. Dont act like y’all thought about them this whole time.
Without Koby's parents, there wouldn't have been a Kobe Bryant At all. Yes, they too, deserve Recognition for their loss. Gianna were there granddaughter, and Kobe Bryant were they only son. Believe me, Their hurts runs Deep. So Our compassions Should go out to both Koby's parents And sisters, As well as to Vanessa and Koby's kids.
Somebody had to say it Stephen A. Is spot on what about Kobes mother and farther we can't just gloss over the fact that Kobe parents lost him aswell so did his sisters
I watched the enshrinement ceremony. It was thoroughly enjoyable. Yes, it was sad when Kobe was enshrined, but I thought his wife Vanessa gave a wonderful speech, and I think everyone felt so much better afterward. Kobe Bryant is special and there will not be anyone like him. He is a legend and there will be no conversations about basketball without bringing up his name. He left his mark on this Earth and his children and his wife and his family and his fans have so much to be proud about 🏆 And I enjoy Steven A"s commentary, and I think he's a very together black man, and very handsome 💯. If only I could take about 25 years off, it would be on🤗🤗🖤
But if they had announced Kobe’s induction in April 2019 on the third anniversary of his final game and then had the ceremony during the off-season just like they should have, she wouldn’t have had to give it on his behalf!
Hope she finds love again, and if she eventually does no one hold it against her. She deserves a chance at something like that again, even if it’s not quite the same.
She can choose to do so. But there’s strong belief it won’t happen because she committed her life to Kobe. She said it in the speech. “Thank you for loving me enough to last lifetimes, and every lifetime, I choose you”. Some powerful words from a strong woman 💜💛. But as long as she is happy, the world will support her
It's really sad to think about when most of us die, no one will know or care. But I guess it doesn't really matter because in the end we all must die. Maybe Kobe doesn't even get to see how much people missed him.
But if they had announced Kobe’s induction in April 2019 on the third anniversary of his final game and then had the ceremony during the off-season just like they should have, she wouldn’t have had to give it on his behalf!
Vanessa had a great speech considering she had to thank people she really didn't know. She doesn't know all of Kobe's achievements and stats. She's not having long convos with MJ. She did well. Kobe would be proud.
I mean he doesn't watch half the games he talks about lol. Espn's highlight of the speech left out the part where Vanessa thanks Kobe's parents for coming coming.
@@A_Dubb618 he didn't need to say it. When he tried to criticize that Kobe's parents weren't mention he proved he didn't watch it. Vanessa did mention Kobe's parents and thanked then for coming to the ceremony. When Molly corrected him he tried to change his story.
Can someone please tell me why jayson Williams hasn’t been one the show? Btw shout out to Steven A and Max Kellerman cause their amazing in fact amazing is an understatement
Exactly their son is gone their brother is gone I mean is getting overwhelming because her family wasn't the only one on the helicopter that's it that's all they have not been acknowledged you cannot hide a mother and father they miss him too
@@David_R922 still doesn’t even matter a bite me.. their his parents for God sake.. no matter what happens between them.. family is family Brov.. just saying.
@@dayormekasamuel4448 are they really family though? They hate his wife because she's not black and dont have a relationship with his kids. They are family by name only.
It's good that Stephen A. Smith mentioned Kobe's parents and two older sisters. Almost like they're invisible for the last 20 years. My condolences to Joe, Pam, Sharia, and Shaya...
Yes indeed! His parents are suffering too and she just won't acknowledge them it's just disrespectful I have a rocky relationship with my mother but I do not abuse her I don't acknowledge her Vanessa's really I mean I've never understood why the parents weren't acknowledged
Kobe's parents had a horrible relationship with Kobe to the point where he had to take them to court for selling his childhood memorabilia when he wouldn't give them a bigger house than the one he already bought them. They also refused to accept Vanessa due to her not being black and very harshly urged Kobe not to marry her. The reason they aren't in the forefront is due to the fact that they had a very strained relationship at best, and they don't get to come in now and act like that wasn't the case.
Exactly, and frankly they dont "know" him. For the last 20 years of his life they didnt have a relationship so how do people expect them to speak on him.
I don't think they disliked her because she "wasn't black". She was a video vixan back in the day. Would you want your son to marry a Instagram model. Those type of women are only in it for the fame...
@@gapsandnapps6949 she was 17 year old looking to start a modelling career and made an appearance in a music video. Lobe was the first guy for her and he said in a couple interviews that his parents didn't approve because she was Mexican. Quit making up fake stories.
@@TravellPixy Sis chill... If they disliked her because of race then shame on them because he had the right to choose just as they did. As for you, you seem way to invested in this family.
Many people who lose a husband or wife date or remarry again. No reason to criticize her if she were to be in a relationship with someone else in the future. It's her life. As long as she's happy that's what matters.
I'm pretty sure Kobe was at odds with his parents, which is why they may not of been there. But even after all this time, you're still missed every bit as much as the day. And you were an inspiration and the Mamba mentality will be with me until the day i die. Rest in Peace Mr. Bryant, you've earned peace my brother.
The only letdown for me was the omission of Kobe's mother and father and siblings from the ceremony. As if they didn't even exist. Disgraceful. I would have loved to have heard a speech from Kobe's father.
Well said Vanessa did a good job 👏🏾 on the speech, but i must agree there is a mother & father that brought him into this world 🌎 not Vanessa!!! Yes you r right the parents were invited but from what I’m hearing they had to pay for everything to attend and Vanessa did not call 📞 them it was a third party that called them... right away that tells you there is a lot of tension.. I believe Vanessa needs to be the better person and just show 🆙 @ their home 🏡 and bring the girls along & show that respect ✊🏾 to them bc the girls need to know & be part of their other family roots that is extremely important!!! It should not just be about Vanessa, it’s time to grow up Vanessa, & stop being that person Kobe did not want u to be!!!!keeping it real for a lot of u!!!
Couldn't help but go back and thinking about what Stephen A mentioned. In reality, we do sadly leave out or forget other family members. Granted when a man and woman married, they are considered one flesh, that's deep. But, not to be forgotten is a mother carrying someone in their womb, if they were still close or not, parents don't expect to lose children before they actually die. Ecc 9:11, wise man Solomon
I wish they had announced Kobe’s Hall of Fame induction on the third anniversary of his final game and then had the ceremony several months later! Then she wouldn’t have had to give the speech on his behalf!
@@NinjaSquirrel30 u wanna cry over him still be my guest but ur a real buzz kill bcuz a mans hall of fame induction should be full of joy of their memories. Not mourn them. Dead or alive. time to stop mourning over the dead Kobe and celebrate Kobe for everything he did when he was alive💯
Well Said Max, Kids will know Kobe Bryants name in 70 years just like how I know the Name Joe Dimaggio, Ive never met the guy or lived in the same era and I know he's a legend
Vanessa making it more about her .. she sound like a random fan .. Kobe would of wanted Mj to speak .. Vanessa love all the attention they never bring up the parents or show them Stephen a is right
Having them speak or share the stage would take all the attention or too much of it from her with the fake boo-dee just in time for the Va-messy show. She so fake(look how she walked up the steps to the stage. It.just .says.look.at.me(Kobe no more.Everything .fake .bout . her. With. his. parents.especially.to.give.speech. It.meant. N0. stage for. her.victim.i.need.saving act. She’s .mighty .happy .in .prior .videos. Btw, her skin color has even changed from White to brownish.
Molly stop defending Vanessa. She barely has mentioned Kobe’s parents and siblings and that isn’t fair. Kobe had 17 years with his family before meeting her, all props to Vanessa tho
Well, Kobe’s parents were kinda crappy to their relationship. Also, people really have forgotten that Kobe wasn’t speaking to his parents at the time of his death-they sold some of his memorabilia without his knowledge or permission.
This is not the time bring out any negativity. If you feel left out, pray about it. Don't cry about it. It's a time to be united. Not be divided. This is the christian thing to do.
Steven A talking about his brother but aint even show the man's widow enough respect to watch the speach before he speaks on it. Bringing up some tired narrative about the parents. Dude been in the social media comments section to much. Stirring the pot to much breaks the sauce chef Drama Queen Steven A.
As influential as Michael Jordan was Kobe Bryant father should have inducted him into the hall of fame. His father played the game, his father taught him what it means to be great , his father taught him The Mamba Mentality.
It's obvious their relationship was strained. If he was Stephen As "brother" he would understand why they haven't spoken at any events or were never prominent in his life before he passed. We've barely seen then and there's a reason for that. Blood relation doesn't mean they had a good relationship.
Vanessa mentioned Kobes parents once in this speech but not the funeral service...and no one talks about them. Something about the whole thing is off. I mean Kobes father Joe played in the league and people acted like he never existed. Stephen A is right the parents still deserve more honor. Dell Curry wasnt that good but he still gets props lol. Kobes mom and Vanessa had differences but his mom and dad were at his 2010 finals against Boston so it's not like they were beefing that hard. And let's be real...Molly felt the need to keep chiming in to interrupt Stephen A because shes a woman too. She mentions his parents one time through this whole entire thing and shes suppose to get all the love? That's the very least she can do and it's not enough. Not that's its entirely on her (she made a good speech) but she could give more honor for the parents if she wanted to. The league should do better as well. Come on... Meanwhile Vanessa's mom is suing her during this grieving time because she wants more money... That says a lot if you read between the lines.
One of his sisters was there and is close to Venessa. She is the one that most likely represents the family. In her speech she also said Kobe went over who he would invite and his parents were on his list. So they were most likely invited but choose not to be there. Everyone in my opinion mourns differently and they most likely choose to mourn in private where as Venessa has no choice to go through it publicly.
He probably went to the bathroom to keep from hearing her lie again and probably knew she wouldn’t acknowledge his parents(family). Although this time we know she only did is because she got dragged last time. She really was throwing shots at them and not acknowledging them if really pay attention. Of course she don’t want them there or acknowledge them because the spotlight might shift to them and off her as she would NOT have if it weren’t for KOBE BRYANT the BLACK MAN.
Kobe chose Vanessa as the Mother of his children, the beautiful Mambacitas above all the women of the world., he adored his Queen Mamba, the only Queen Mamba, the only one who wore all those championship rings. God bless Vanessa and her adorable Little Angels.
Get this hate out of your heart, man. If you admire Kobe as much as you claim to, then you should not be disrespecting the person he chose to be the mother of his children, the person he chose to be with for the rest of his life. I hope you find happiness in your life as Kobe found it with his wife and children.
Repost: Why are people not honest with themselves....nobody wanted to hear what she had to say we all wanted Kobe or MJ or Phil to speak on details of Kobe's career etc... Strong? Yeah she is strong. Just like anyone else who loses child/husband/wife/parent etc... What did ppl expect from Vanessa to kill herself or abandong her children? *NOBODY WANTS ANYONE TO BE IN THAT SITUATION BUT THE FACT IS THAT MANY PPL ARE IN THAT EXACT SAME SITUATION (JUST WITHOUT 100s OF MILLIONS AND WITH AVERAGE OR BELOW AVERAGE SALARY AND NO SUPPORT)*
"Heroes are remembered, legends never die."
Kobe was both
Not to everyone
@@arizonaFIREent weirdo
@@arizonaFIREent FOH.
@@MainStreetElectricalParade definitely from the uk
Vanessa did mention them and said how much she loved them and thanks them for bringing Kobe to this world
I believe I’m never getting over Kobe’s death, imagine what she is feeling since that day, my heart goes out to her and the entire Kobe family always.
Yea is painful
Kobe sisters were at the Hall of Fame. Vanessa did post a picture of her and friends and kobe sisters were in the picture.
One of his sisters were there
One of his sisters is friends with Vanessa. The other sister, I think not.
@G J what point??
"I Missed My Brother..." - Stephen A. Smith (I felt Stephen's pain)
I think about Kobe&Gigi everyday. That speech made me shed a tear. I just think about how strong of a women Vanessa is. You could see the pain in her eyes in that speech
I hope one day his daughters can watch back his greatest moments, listen to all the amazing interviews he gave, and really understand his impact on the world 🌎
No one is stopping Kobe's parents from speaking. They may not want to speak because it's too hard for them to come to grips with losing their son and grandchild.
Kobe was a remarkable person
This should be a time of happiness an a celebration of Kobe’s life an career
It still hurt for everybody that Kobe gone I am still in disbelief Capri & Bianka want never see dad again 😔 🙏🏿🕊
MJ holding Vanessa's hand up and down the steps and giving her a forehead kiss was truly iconic
Too much to me
He smashed already 😂😂😂😂
@@blmtrashjimmyisgay5507 chill out bozo
@@fugazy2656 i know ppl are so evil
@@blmtrashjimmyisgay5507 i wish u were my neighbor 💀
THANK YOU STEPHEN A for saying what needed to be said. And what she said about them was shady seeing that they weren't there. Those parents are largely responsible for his success and should have been treated with respect and dignity! Like Stephen said she's not the only one hurting...that mother lost her only son who SHE nurtured and raised to be the poised talent that he became. That father reared him and exposed him to a lifestyle that prepared him for greatness. So shame on EVERYBODY that disrespected Kobe's family!! May God help them as they endure the ignorance
Michelle Love. Very well said. Obviously I am in support of his parents, I don't believe either side will change their mind or opinion. In time, results, events, leaked or additional info, will sway some of us. The truth, facts, proof, will serve to aid us realize if we were mistaken or who was mistaken.
The saddest thing in here is that Capri and Bianka didn't know who they are celebrating for.
Fr🥺😕
Theyll learn of their fathers greatness when they grow older.
@@SolarSystmOfTheAztecs I think he means cause they’re too young. That wasn’t an insult. Bianca might be able to recollect some memories of Kobe later on and be able to grasp what this is about a little but there‘s no way Capri is. She was only a couple of months old when it happened.
@@scotty1199 ah , ok , my bad
Super sad. They’ll learn of his greatness but will never remember his physical presence. My heart still aches
It's real ❤️ for Vanessa to express her feelings about the late Kobe by giving a speech for him while he's resting in another world in peach, with Gianna.
He sold his soul dude in that lake of fire an that's facts
I was thinking MJ was going to give the speech for Kobe. But I'm glad she did.
Presenters never speak at the hall of fame induction. They are there to escort the inductee to the stage
MJ would've stolen the spotlight.
MJ knows his gravity he wouldnt and also he is the inductor ,
If you're going to escort the inductee is such an honor to be remember for the rest of your life✌🤣
That is why Kobe chose Vanessa as the Mother of his kids, Kobe was exceptional. Kobe lives through his children for ever and ever.
Stephen A has a point & let’s not forget the other family who lost love ones
This about a sports Hall of Fame enshrinment about someone who played basketball this ceremony would have happened whether he was alive or death.
Being the best version of yourself. Best advice I’ve taken to heart ♥️
Stephen A. was taking a sh*t and didn't hear Vanessa mention Kobe's parents. It's obvious that they have no relationship and that's probably why they weren't there.
Which is really sad. That’s his point
They should give his parents more respect
Really sad to see them girls without their father.
His sister was there and she invited them. So Stephen A needs to watch things before he talks about it on air!! I know he said he wasn’t talking about Vanessa but that still sounded like a dig for bringing it up!
Lies, they were invited by a third party. Where was the sister? Black folks see through this bull.
Vanessa has done her part, it is obvious that the In laws have never want to do anything to do with Vanessa and the kids just because Kobe chose to marry her. It is very apparent that is a Black folks vision. Now that Vanessa is in charge of her husband's state because she is absolutely the woman he chose as the Mother of his kids. Some man have to stand strong as some Mothers may want to dispossessed them of their manhood.
@@marcielyn his sister was photographed there hugging Vanessa and talimg pics with Russell and Ciara. Stop being racist towards non black!
Stephen is a coward misogynist taking it up with a nursing Mother with a child in the crossing of her arms.
@@marcielyn Black folks? I did not know that seeing through the eyes of some people had the color Black.
I swore I wouldn’t cry when she spoke...I lied!!! 💔 we miss you, Mamba!
Time is running short. Biblical prophecies are happening before our very eyes. People tend to stumble across the prophecies. If you noticed maybe even your TikTok feed is now being filled with more Christian TikToks. I don’t know who needs to hear this but it’s time to turn to Jesus Christ now. The Rapture is coming faster than ever. Get to know Christ today, get saved. God loves you so much he sent his only son Jesus to die on the cross for us . This isn’t about “Religion” anymore it’s about knowing Christ before it’s too late.
@@unsettled_5 I’ve been left the church too much lies and deceptions and I don’t trust religions due to history so I still have faith a belief in God though I just do my own research
@@unsettled_5 whoa! That was deep!
@@jaysaiuniverse8628 well said.
You lied, or you couldnt help it?
Max got it right. Kobe Bean Bryant is a LEGEND
SAS you went to the bathroom during KOBE’s speech??
And he couldn't pause it or something?
He had to take a mean sh*t.
He was better off just saying that he didn’t watch it, cause idk how you could miss that part
Even before vanessa’s speech, there wasn’t enough, if any mention at all, of everyone else in kobe’s family. Dont act like y’all thought about them this whole time.
Yes indeed she mentioned them and thank them for an amazing son they rise
Without Koby's parents, there wouldn't have been a Kobe Bryant At all. Yes, they too, deserve Recognition for their loss. Gianna were there granddaughter, and Kobe Bryant were they only son.
Believe me, Their hurts runs Deep. So Our compassions Should go out to both Koby's parents And sisters, As well as to Vanessa and Koby's kids.
Vanessa continues to show that your greatest pain can become your greatest strength. God be with her, her little girls, and their family.
Somebody had to say it Stephen A. Is spot on what about Kobes mother and farther we can't just gloss over the fact that Kobe parents lost him aswell so did his sisters
I miss Kobe
I watched the enshrinement ceremony. It was thoroughly enjoyable. Yes, it was sad when Kobe was enshrined, but I thought his wife Vanessa gave a wonderful speech, and I think everyone felt so much better afterward. Kobe Bryant is special and there will not be anyone like him. He is a legend and there will be no conversations about basketball without bringing up his name. He left his mark on this Earth and his children and his wife and his family and his fans have so much to be proud about 🏆 And I enjoy Steven A"s commentary, and I think he's a very together black man, and very handsome 💯. If only I could take about 25 years off, it would be on🤗🤗🖤
Yesssssss lol
But if they had announced Kobe’s induction in April 2019 on the third anniversary of his final game and then had the ceremony during the off-season just like they should have, she wouldn’t have had to give it on his behalf!
Where are Kobe's parents? Mentioning them and they not being there is bs. They should have been there.
Gigi would’ve been the only reason why we would’ve tuned into the WNBA, she would’ve been the GOAT
No doubt
Cus shes the female kobe
Facts I always say she would of gave the WNBA such a boost cuz I was fasho gonna tune in
@@kevinhendon8567 I was ready to tune in when she got there. Gosh I wish that crash never happened
Stephen A didn’t watch it. Fake soft tone and being messy
Shoutout to Russell Wilson, Pau, and MJ for really being there for Kobe’s girls
Pau Gasol and his wife veen by there side since day one
Pau is his real brother!
Ciara Melo & Lala tooo
Sickos
He was right! Everyone talks about Venessa and the girls, but what about his parents, his siblings?
Hope she finds love again, and if she eventually does no one hold it against her. She deserves a chance at something like that again, even if it’s not quite the same.
She can choose to do so. But there’s strong belief it won’t happen because she committed her life to Kobe. She said it in the speech. “Thank you for loving me enough to last lifetimes, and every lifetime, I choose you”. Some powerful words from a strong woman 💜💛. But as long as she is happy, the world will support her
I know one man who could give her some good loving
@@jakerojas4942 😐you don’t belong in the comments section
@@iCoachRadiant I was actually referring to Jesus no lie.
@@jakerojas4942 that’s me lol
KOBE LEGEND 🏆 👏 👏
It's really sad to think about when most of us die, no one will know or care. But I guess it doesn't really matter because in the end we all must die. Maybe Kobe doesn't even get to see how much people missed him.
no. he will.
But if they had announced Kobe’s induction in April 2019 on the third anniversary of his final game and then had the ceremony during the off-season just like they should have, she wouldn’t have had to give it on his behalf!
Saddest Part about this, is that Capri and Bianka, won't really remember their father and what it means for him to be inducted into the HOF.
They'll understand one day
and their big sister 🥺
Bianka might. 4 years old is old enough to remember.
still can't believe, can't accept. and thinking that somehow kobe will just show up outta nowhere again. 😭
Vanessa had a great speech considering she had to thank people she really didn't know. She doesn't know all of Kobe's achievements and stats. She's not having long convos with MJ. She did well. Kobe would be proud.
I'm glad she thanked groups of people rather than individuals.
Stephen A do your homework like a réal journalist sir... She paid homage to thé whole Bryant clan...
@That Guy really???
You call that shade acknowledgement? PLEASE. She made mention to show that she invited them but they're not here. Stephen was spot on!
SAS didn’t even see the speech but is discussing it? 🤨😒
He didn’t?
@@lhype1748 sounded like he didn't but he said he went to the bathroom and missed a part🤷
I mean he doesn't watch half the games he talks about lol. Espn's highlight of the speech left out the part where Vanessa thanks Kobe's parents for coming coming.
He clearly didn't say that!!!!
@@A_Dubb618 he didn't need to say it. When he tried to criticize that Kobe's parents weren't mention he proved he didn't watch it. Vanessa did mention Kobe's parents and thanked then for coming to the ceremony. When Molly corrected him he tried to change his story.
Mamba Forever!
RIPower KOBE.
Can someone please tell me why jayson Williams hasn’t been one the show? Btw shout out to Steven A and Max Kellerman cause their amazing in fact amazing is an understatement
Exactly their son is gone their brother is gone I mean is getting overwhelming because her family wasn't the only one on the helicopter that's it that's all they have not been acknowledged you cannot hide a mother and father they miss him too
Great video today keep it up your doing amazing job
Stephen A. That’s so true... where’s the parents and siblings?
It's well-known that Kobe and his parents didn't get along.
@@David_R922 still doesn’t even matter a bite me.. their his parents for God sake.. no matter what happens between them.. family is family Brov.. just saying.
@@dayormekasamuel4448 I agree. I wish they made peace. We'll never know if Kobe would've wanted them to come or not.
@@dayormekasamuel4448 are they really family though? They hate his wife because she's not black and dont have a relationship with his kids. They are family by name only.
Man 1 year been oh ready
SAS: Vanesser
1:40 The most awaited speech of the night?? Stephen A is trying to lie his way out.
Her sisters are always around. His parents are in their grandchildren life. Their are still grieving, but they aren’t in the public setting.
Stephen A "Vanneser" Smith
Vanesser? Really? Wow! Ok!
It's good that Stephen A. Smith mentioned Kobe's parents and two older sisters. Almost like they're invisible for the last 20 years. My condolences to Joe, Pam, Sharia, and Shaya...
Facts.
Agreed
I went to the bathroom , I didn’t here that part . Lol 😑
He felt like a dummy for a min. But I understand what he means
*hear
Stephen A. SMITH @1:40. Admits he did not watch the entire speech...why are you commenting about Kobe's family?
Yes indeed! His parents are suffering too and she just won't acknowledge them it's just disrespectful I have a rocky relationship with my mother but I do not abuse her I don't acknowledge her Vanessa's really I mean I've never understood why the parents weren't acknowledged
Kobe's parents had a horrible relationship with Kobe to the point where he had to take them to court for selling his childhood memorabilia when he wouldn't give them a bigger house than the one he already bought them. They also refused to accept Vanessa due to her not being black and very harshly urged Kobe not to marry her. The reason they aren't in the forefront is due to the fact that they had a very strained relationship at best, and they don't get to come in now and act like that wasn't the case.
Exactly, and frankly they dont "know" him. For the last 20 years of his life they didnt have a relationship so how do people expect them to speak on him.
I don't think they disliked her because she "wasn't black". She was a video vixan back in the day. Would you want your son to marry a Instagram model. Those type of women are only in it for the fame...
@@gapsandnapps6949 they’ve confirmed many times that race had PLENTY to do with it my guy
@@gapsandnapps6949 she was 17 year old looking to start a modelling career and made an appearance in a music video. Lobe was the first guy for her and he said in a couple interviews that his parents didn't approve because she was Mexican. Quit making up fake stories.
@@TravellPixy Sis chill... If they disliked her because of race then shame on them because he had the right to choose just as they did. As for you, you seem way to invested in this family.
Stephan Smith spoke facts
I hope she finds love again and hope we don’t use it against her
Many people who lose a husband or wife date or remarry again. No reason to criticize her if she were to be in a relationship with someone else in the future. It's her life. As long as she's happy that's what matters.
@@latingirl042 exactly
I'm pretty sure Kobe was at odds with his parents, which is why they may not of been there. But even after all this time, you're still missed every bit as much as the day. And you were an inspiration and the Mamba mentality will be with me until the day i die. Rest in Peace Mr. Bryant, you've earned peace my brother.
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In my mind hes not dead, its like I know it but my mind doesn't believe it, and i definitely can't dwell on it
1:40 Stephen A “I went to the bathroom” Smith ‼️😆
The only letdown for me was the omission of Kobe's mother and father and siblings from the ceremony. As if they didn't even exist. Disgraceful. I would have loved to have heard a speech from Kobe's father.
3:00 Well Michael Jordan said it too while he was playing. Kobe Bryant was not emulating Joe DiMaggio, with all due respect. MJ is the Goat! 🐐
Stephen A 2:00 has a point
How has a year gone by and there isn't a "last dance" style documentary about the Mamba yet? That aint right
He has a documentary coming out. Covid and Kobe’s death put a halt on it. It’s about his last season.
We should Alllllllll remember with out his parents their would be NO KOBEY remember THAT.
Well said Vanessa did a good job 👏🏾 on the speech, but i must agree there is a mother & father that brought him into this world 🌎 not Vanessa!!! Yes you r right the parents were invited but from what I’m hearing they had to pay for everything to attend and Vanessa did not call 📞 them it was a third party that called them... right away that tells you there is a lot of tension.. I believe Vanessa needs to be the better person and just show 🆙 @ their home 🏡 and bring the girls along & show that respect ✊🏾 to them bc the girls need to know & be part of their other family roots that is extremely important!!! It should not just be about Vanessa, it’s time to grow up Vanessa, & stop being that person Kobe did not want u to be!!!!keeping it real for a lot of u!!!
I think the majority of us were expecting MJ to speak tho. Smh
Most people who never watched any hall of fame inductions I guess
It was better if MJ didn't speak. Let the person who knew Kobe the best speak.
I could already see Max Kellerman start talking about how Kawhi's wife could do better
If He didnt iguodala's woman would Come clutch
@Gabriel Stroye I laughed it’s ok laugh yolo
Couldn't help but go back and thinking about what Stephen A mentioned. In reality, we do sadly leave out or forget other family members. Granted when a man and woman married, they are considered one flesh, that's deep. But, not to be forgotten is a mother carrying someone in their womb, if they were still close or not, parents don't expect to lose children before they actually die. Ecc 9:11, wise man Solomon
I wish they had announced Kobe’s Hall of Fame induction on the third anniversary of his final game and then had the ceremony several months later! Then she wouldn’t have had to give the speech on his behalf!
molly was actually spitting facts...
At leash listen the speech please...
She clearly stated his parents were there....
Stephen As hairline looks like a black rainbow in the distance
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Your humour is like toilet water on a video of such emotion topic.
@@NinjaSquirrel30 u wanna cry over him still be my guest but ur a real buzz kill bcuz a mans hall of fame induction should be full of joy of their memories. Not mourn them. Dead or alive. time to stop mourning over the dead Kobe and celebrate Kobe for everything he did when he was alive💯
Get back to your trailer park....
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Well Said Max, Kids will know Kobe Bryants name in 70 years just like how I know the Name Joe Dimaggio, Ive never met the guy or lived in the same era and I know he's a legend
Who else excited to have STEPHEN A SMITH back!
Vanessa making it more about her .. she sound like a random fan .. Kobe would of wanted Mj to speak .. Vanessa love all the attention they never bring up the parents or show them Stephen a is right
Having them speak or share the stage would take all the attention or too much of it from her with the fake boo-dee just in time for the Va-messy show. She so fake(look how she walked up the steps to the stage. It.just .says.look.at.me(Kobe no more.Everything .fake .bout . her. With. his. parents.especially.to.give.speech. It.meant. N0. stage for. her.victim.i.need.saving act. She’s .mighty .happy .in .prior .videos. Btw, her skin color has even changed from White to brownish.
I couldn't agree with you more Ashley Kate!
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Molly stop defending Vanessa. She barely has mentioned Kobe’s parents and siblings and that isn’t fair. Kobe had 17 years with his family before meeting her, all props to Vanessa tho
Kobe's parents are racist but since they are not white they get a pass and it's swept under the rug..
Kobe's parents were literally racist towards the love of his life and refused to attend their wedding.
Kobe was 21 when he met Vanessa. I think his parents resented Kobe for marrying her and giving more $ to his in-laws than he did to them.
Well, Kobe’s parents were kinda crappy to their relationship. Also, people really have forgotten that Kobe wasn’t speaking to his parents at the time of his death-they sold some of his memorabilia without his knowledge or permission.
Kobe speech would've been epic... but yeah vanessa kept it going
This is not the time bring out any negativity. If you feel left out, pray about it. Don't cry about it. It's a time to be united. Not be divided. This is the christian thing to do.
Steven A talking about his brother but aint even show the man's widow enough respect to watch the speach before he speaks on it. Bringing up some tired narrative about the parents. Dude been in the social media comments section to much. Stirring the pot to much breaks the sauce chef Drama Queen Steven A.
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Kobe never even died. You are all being played!
As influential as Michael Jordan was Kobe Bryant father should have inducted him into the hall of fame. His father played the game, his father taught him what it means to be great , his father taught him The Mamba Mentality.
I truly agree 👍
It's obvious their relationship was strained. If he was Stephen As "brother" he would understand why they haven't spoken at any events or were never prominent in his life before he passed. We've barely seen then and there's a reason for that. Blood relation doesn't mean they had a good relationship.
@@stingray0033 they were very prominent before vanessa came into the picture
@@camm8642 no they weren't. They've never even met his kids.
@@TravellPixy this is a complete lie you have no idea what your talking about
Being May, he's missing his beautiful Janet also
We all wanted MJ speak. I was looking forward to it all week. That sucks.
Steven A hit that on the nail
Vanessa mentioned Kobes parents once in this speech but not the funeral service...and no one talks about them. Something about the whole thing is off. I mean Kobes father Joe played in the league and people acted like he never existed. Stephen A is right the parents still deserve more honor. Dell Curry wasnt that good but he still gets props lol. Kobes mom and Vanessa had differences but his mom and dad were at his 2010 finals against Boston so it's not like they were beefing that hard. And let's be real...Molly felt the need to keep chiming in to interrupt Stephen A because shes a woman too. She mentions his parents one time through this whole entire thing and shes suppose to get all the love? That's the very least she can do and it's not enough. Not that's its entirely on her (she made a good speech) but she could give more honor for the parents if she wanted to. The league should do better as well. Come on... Meanwhile Vanessa's mom is suing her during this grieving time because she wants more money... That says a lot if you read between the lines.
One of his sisters was there and is close to Venessa. She is the one that most likely represents the family. In her speech she also said Kobe went over who he would invite and his parents were on his list. So they were most likely invited but choose not to be there. Everyone in my opinion mourns differently and they most likely choose to mourn in private where as Venessa has no choice to go through it publicly.
He probably went to the bathroom to keep from hearing her lie again and probably knew she wouldn’t acknowledge his parents(family). Although this time we know she only did is because she got dragged last time. She really was throwing shots at them and not acknowledging them if really pay attention. Of course she don’t want them there or acknowledge them because the spotlight might shift to them and off her as she would NOT have if it weren’t for KOBE BRYANT the BLACK MAN.
Kobe chose Vanessa as the Mother of his children, the beautiful Mambacitas above all the women of the world., he adored his Queen Mamba, the only Queen Mamba, the only one who wore all those championship rings. God bless Vanessa and her adorable Little Angels.
Get this hate out of your heart, man. If you admire Kobe as much as you claim to, then you should not be disrespecting the person he chose to be the mother of his children, the person he chose to be with for the rest of his life. I hope you find happiness in your life as Kobe found it with his wife and children.
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Why are people not honest with themselves....nobody wanted to hear what she had to say we all wanted Kobe or MJ or Phil to speak on details of Kobe's career etc...
Strong? Yeah she is strong. Just like anyone else who loses child/husband/wife/parent etc... What did ppl expect from Vanessa to kill herself or abandong her children?
*NOBODY WANTS ANYONE TO BE IN THAT SITUATION BUT THE FACT IS THAT MANY PPL ARE IN THAT EXACT SAME SITUATION (JUST WITHOUT 100s OF MILLIONS AND WITH AVERAGE OR BELOW AVERAGE SALARY AND NO SUPPORT)*
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