Los Angeles, CA – June 1, 2025
In a surprising and heartwarming turn of events, Vanessa Bryant, the widow of NBA legend Kobe Bryant, has announced that she is expecting twins with her new partner, entrepreneur and philanthropist Marcus Ellington.
The news broke early Monday morning when Vanessa took to Instagram to share a photo of herself cradling her baby bump, surrounded by pink and blue balloons, with the caption: “Double the blessing, double the love. Can’t wait to meet you, little ones 
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The announcement sent shockwaves of excitement through social media, with fans, celebrities, and fellow athletes flooding the comments with well-wishes and congratulations. Close friends of the couple confirmed the pregnancy is already into the second trimester and that both Vanessa and the babies are healthy and thriving.
Vanessa, 43, met Marcus, 45, at a charity gala in late 2023. Known for keeping her private life largely out of the spotlight following the tragic loss of her husband and daughter Gianna in 2020, Vanessa has slowly returned to public life, often using her platform to support women’s rights, youth sports, and grief support initiatives. Marcus, the founder of a tech company turned venture philanthropist, has been praised for his low-key but consistent support of Vanessa’s charitable work.
“This is a new chapter for Vanessa,” said a source close to the family. “She never imagined finding love again, but Marcus has been a rock — kind, respectful, and full of integrity. They’re over the moon.”
Family insiders revealed that Vanessa’s daughters — Natalia, Bianka, and Capri — are thrilled about the news and looking forward to welcoming two new siblings. “The girls are so excited,” the insider said. “There’s already talk about baby names, nurseries, and matching outfits.”
While Vanessa has not revealed the genders of the twins, the pink and blue theme has sparked speculation that she may be expecting one girl and one boy. Regardless, fans are already celebrating what many are calling “a beautiful blessing born out of resilience and hope.”
Though the couple has kept their relationship relatively private, this pregnancy announcement marks a joyful new beginning for the Bryant family — and a reminder that love and healing can grow even after the deepest heartbreak.
We join the world in congratulating Vanessa and Marcus on their growing family.