Vanessa Bryant Shuts Down Pregnancy Rumors with Humor

LOS ANGELES, California — Vanessa Bryant addressed growing pregnancy rumors on June 1 with a playful Instagram Story, asserting her right to privacy and using humor to dismiss unfounded speculation.

After days of rampant online chatter about her potentially expecting another child, Bryant responded with a meme featuring music star Rihanna. The meme showed Rihanna floating in water with a snorkel, drink in hand, flipping off the camera. Bryant captioned the image: “Me protecting my peace, not pregnant & having fun all summer.” This clever post signified her desire to maintain peace amidst public scrutiny.

The rumors had surfaced following social media claims about a supposed “baby bump” visible in recent photos of Bryant. However, a lack of context and verification surrounded these images, and Bryant has not been publicly linked to anyone romantically since the death of her husband, NBA legend Kobe Bryant, in January 2020.

In a second Instagram Story that same evening, she shared a motivational quote emphasizing the importance of character over material wealth, stating, “The only way to impress me is by being a good person.” This sentiment echoed her focus on family and personal values amidst the swirling gossip.

Adding to her lighthearted yet defiant response, she shared another meme featuring Rihanna that read, “I’m not mean, I’m just not the one.”

Vanessa Bryant, who is a mother to four daughters — Natalia, Bianka, Capri, and the late Gianna — remains devoted to her family and philanthropic efforts. She is also the CEO of Granity Studios, a multimedia company founded by Kobe Bryant.

Her witty response serves as a reminder that while she is a public figure, her personal life deserves respect and privacy, especially from unwarranted and speculative gossip.