Taylor Swift continues to spread joy and appreciation for her friends, this time surprising Vanessa Bryant with a thoughtful gesture. On her Instagram Story, Vanessa shared a photo of a special package she received from the global superstar—a copy of the official "Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour" book. Accompanying the keepsake was a handwritten note from Taylor herself, reflecting on the incredible journey of her record-breaking tour.
The note, written on Swift's signature stationery, expressed gratitude for the shared experiences of the "Eras Tour," calling it an "extraordinary adventure of my life." Taylor recounted her favorite memories, including "the friendship bracelets, the costumes, the world travels," and the emotions that defined her performances. In closing, Swift shared her hope that recipients would enjoy the book, which chronicles the highlights of her iconic tour.
Vanessa captioned her post with a heartfelt "Thank you," tagging @taylorswift and pairing it with the song "Love Story (Taylor's Version)"—a fitting nod to the enduring connection between Swift and her fans.
The "Eras Tour" book documents the artistry, fashion, and cultural impact of Taylor's most ambitious tour to date. It is a cherished memento for fans, family, and friends who lived through its magic or admire it from afar.
Vanessa Bryant and her meaningful connections with Taylor Swift
This gift symbolizes the mutual admiration between the Bryant family and Swift. During one of Swift's 2023 concerts, Vanessa brought the memory of her late husband, Kobe Bryant, to the SoFi Stadium.
The philanthropist took to social media to share photos of her experience at the concert and the unique and customized denim jacket she wore. One of the photos features a garment adorned with a 2015 image of Taylor Swift and Kobe Bryant at the Staples Center. This special moment between the singer and the basketball legend surprised Swift, during which the late athlete appeared with a banner that read, "Most Sold-Out Performances."
The rest of the photos showed the lyrics "Say You'll Remember Me" from the "Wildest Dreams" bracelets from her daughter Natalia Bryant. "My @taylorswift stack," Vanessa captioned the photo. "Thanks for my bracelets @nataliabryant."
The proud mother of four shares her daughters with her late husband, legendary NBA star Kobe Bryant, who tragically passed away in a helicopter crash in January 2020 along with their 13-year-old daughter, Gianna.
Natalia Bryant credits Kobe Bryant for sparking her love for Taylor Swift
Natalia Bryant, the eldest daughter of Kobe and Vanessa, expressed her admiration for Taylor Swift. In a candid 2024 interview with E! News The Rundown at the Revolve Festival, the 21-year-old revealed how her Swiftie status began and how it has become intertwined with cherished family memories.
Natalia quickly credits her parents when asked who sparked the Bryant family's genuine love for Taylor Swift. "Both my parents, absolutely," she affirmed. Recalling her earliest connection to the singer, Natalia revealed that she had discovered her original concert t-shirt from Swift's inaugural tour. "I actually found my original concert t-shirt from Taylor Swift's, like, first concert. I still have it," she added.