During his time with the Los Angeles Lakers, Kobe Bryant was a professional basketball player who won five NBA championships and a great deal of individual recognition. Bryant began his professional basketball career the same day that he was selected by the Charlotte Hornets with the thirteenth overall choice in the 1996 NBA Draft. He was then transferred to Los Angeles. After that, Bryant would go on to confirm his brilliance to the game by being selected an 18-time All-Star, winning two NBA Finals Most Valuable Player honors, and winning a large deal of other awards.

The NBA player who will one day be inducted into the Hall of Fame decided to devote his time and energy to the management of a foundation that targets children and families that are struggling financially. Kobe Bryant and his wife, Vanessa Bryant, established the Kobe & Vanessa Bryant Family Foundation, which went on to become a thriving organization that enjoyed recognition all around the world. Additionally to managing a foundation, the basketball superstar is also in charge of the Kobe Basketball Academy, which is a summer program that takes place every year.

About Kobe and Vanessa Bryant’s House

The couple has listed their highly-upgraded So-Cal mansion for $8,599,000. Boasting 4 bedrooms and 5 baths in a 8,500 square feet, the home is set in a renowned guard gated community and protected by enormous private gates.

What to Love About the House

Built in Mediterranean style, the home features a large libary with a shark tank, a large gym, a hair salon along with a lobby and bar paired with an elegant-looking theater. Not only that, the resort-looking exteriors are waiting outside, featuring a fire pit and outdoor kitchen combo with a BBQ center, lush manicured lawns and a custom pool and spa, all surrounded by beautiful tropical trees.

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