La La Anthony Makes a Promise to Vanessa Bryant as She Sends Heartfelt Message on Special Day

Even amid the Met Gala’s dazzling throng, one headline-grabbing moment wasn’t on the red carpet. It was in La La Anthony’s phone. Between her half-tulle, half-jumpsuit look and livestream duties, she paused to celebrate her lifelong friend, Vanessa Bryant, proving that true bonds can outshine any diamond necklace

La La Anthony, for starters, had plenty on her plate. She wasn’t just turning heads, she was also back on duty as the host of the Met Gala red carpet. If anyone had an excuse to be completely absorbed in the glamor and chaos of fashion’s biggest night, it was her. Yet, Vanessa still found a place in her thoughts.

“Been at the MET GALA all day but still celebrating my love @vanessabryant bday,” she wrote on Instagram. “I love you so much… Miss you!! I hope you enjoyed your day today and felt all the love! You are one of one and deserve all the happiness in the world!!! I’m coming to LA and forcing you to come out!!” That kind of dedication? It’s rare. And La La wasn’t the only one proving just how solid her friendship with Vanessa really is.

Ciara, who lit up the Met Gala carpet in a sparkling semi-sheer turtleneck dress styled to fit the “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style” theme, also carved out time to send some love Vanessa’s way. With cameras flashing and fashion critics raving, she could’ve easily stayed in the moment—but she chose to make her bestie feel special too.

“Happy Birthday to my Bestie Boo @vanessabryant!! I love you so much! [heart emojis],” she posted, followed by a second Instagram Story showing the two of them together. The caption? “Never a dull moment…” Though Kim and Kris often lead the birthday chorus, their silence this year was conspicuous. Of course, it’s possible they sent their love behind the scenes or might chime in later. But as of now, their usual public shout-outs are missing. Still, Vanessa’s feed overflowed with affection from her inner circle.

Vanessa Bryant arrives at the Baby2Baby 10-Year Gala Presented By Paul Mitchell at Pacific Design Center on November 13, 2021 in West Hollywood, California.

Candace Parker, former WNBA star, joined the celebration by sharing a photo of her daughter in Vanessa’s arms. She summed it up perfectly in her caption: “Happy birthday Auntie V we love you…” However, one of the most heartfelt ones? It came from the eldest daughter of the Bryant family.

Vanessa Bryant receives a throwback tribute from Natalia Bryant