Vanessa Bryantis “processing” her grief after the deaths of her husbandKobe Bryantand their 13-year-old daughter Gianna in a January 26helicopter crashthat claimed the lives of 9 people.
“The shock hasn’t entirely worn off,” a source close to the 37-year-old tells PEOPLE. “She’s very tired; she hasn’t been sleeping. She’s worried about her girls, worried about what happens next.”
Since the crash, Vanessa has taken comfort in the many tributes that people have paid to Kobe and Gianna. “Every memorial means something to her,” says the insider. “Every memorial is important.”
The source tells PEOPLE that Vanessa Bryant has a strong support system who is helping her get through the difficult days.
Kobe and Vanessa Bryant with their daughters.Vanessa Bryant Instagram
Vanessaspoke out for the first timelast week, telling fans in an emotional Instagram post that she is “devastated” over the loss of her “adoring” husband, 41, and their “beautiful, sweet” daughter Gianna.
“My girls and I want to thank the millions of people who’ve shown support and love during this horrific time. Thank you for all the prayers,” Vanessa wrote.
A fund has been created for the families of the seven other victims —John Altobelli,Keri Altobelli,Alyssa Altobelli,Sarah Chester, Payton Chester,Christina Mauserand pilotAra Zobayan. Donations are being accepted through the Mamba Sports Foundation called theMambaOnThree Fund.
If you would like to help the families of the victims of the crash, consider donating to theMambaonThree Fund. Contributions to theMamba Sports Foundationwill help support youth sports.
For more about how Vanessa Bryant is coping with her tragic loss, pick up the latest issue of PEOPLE, on stands Friday.
source: people.com
