This year we celebrate the class of 2025 with celebrity children graduates like Vanessa and the late Kobe Bryant’s eldest daughter Natalia, Jadakiss’ daughter Jaidyon, and Toni Braxton’s son, Diezel, to name a few. Check out a gallery of these famous 2025 graduates with their proud parents inside.
We have seen several celebrity children reach significant academic milestones, with proud families and fans celebrating their achievements. Among them are Natalia Bryant, Jaidyon Phillips, and Diezel Lewis, each marking their own unique journey.
Natalia Bryant, daughter of Vanessa and the late Kobe Bryant, graduated cum laude from the University of Southern California (USC). The ceremony was particularly poignant, as Natalia paid tribute to her father by wearing a graduation sash embroidered with the message “Thank you, Mom & Dad” in USC’s colors, along with Kobe’s sheath logo—a symbol representing the journey of honing raw talent. Adding to the significance of the moment, Lakers owner Jeanie Buss personally handed Natalia her diploma, a gesture appreciated by both Vanessa and Natalia. The graduation was widely celebrated, with congratulatory messages from celebrities including Khloe Kardashian, Kris Jenner, and Lisa Leslie.
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Jaidyon Phillips, daughter of rapper Jadakiss, graduated from Morgan State University, an esteemed HBCU in Baltimore. While specific details about her major or honors have not been publicly disclosed, her achievement adds to the list of notable graduates making their families proud. Her dad showered her with his love and honored her with a series of photos on social media.
Diezel Lewis, son of singer Toni Braxton, earned his degree from Howard University, another prestigious HBCU. Howard’s 157th Commencement, held on May 10, 2025, was notable for being the largest in the university’s history, with over 3,200 graduates. The ceremony featured a keynote address by Emmy and Peabody Award-winning actor LeVar Burton. Toni was so grateful and called it the best Mother’s Day gift to see her son walk across the stage.
These milestones highlight the dedication and perseverance of these young individuals, as well as the support of their families. As they step into the next chapters of their lives, their accomplishments serve as inspiration to many.
Check out a gallery of this year’s celebrity children graduates below:
Vanessa and Kobe Bryant’s daughter Natalia Bryant graduated cum laude from the University of Southern California
2. Diezel Lewis
Toni Braxton and Keri Lweis’s son Diezel Lewis graduated from Howard University. Braxton shared an emotional video to Instagram in May showing her son as he awaited his diploma from Howard University. While waiting for his name to be called, Diezel, who Braxton shares with ex-husband Keri Lewis, can be seen wiping away tears while wearing his blue graduation regalia.
“I got the best Mother’s Day gift!,” Braxton wrote on Instagram. “My son is officially a HOWARD UNIVERSITY GRADUATE!! I’m so proud of you @diezel.braxton and can’t wait to see all the amazing things you’ll accomplish! YOU DID THAT! 🧡 Proud #BoyMom”
3. Nick Roker
Al Roker and Deborah Roberts’ son Nick Roker earned his associates degree in communications.
Jadakiss daughter Jaidyon Phillips graduated from Morgan State University.
In one post, showing his daughter in cap and gown, he wrote: “Congratulations to my beautiful Daughter @itsjaixo For Graduating from @morganstateu.”
In a second post featuring a touching father-daughter moment, he shared: “Best Feeling in the world! My baby is a college graduate.”
6. Julian Seinfeld
Jerry and Jessica Seinfeld’s son Julian Seinfeld followed in big sister Sascha’s footsteps, graduating from Duke University this year.
“Four unforgettable years filled with challenges, opportunities, and triumphs—each one shaping Julian for what comes next,” the mom of three wrote. “This chapter closes, but a new one begins as he joins the ranks of Duke alumni. We’re endlessly grateful for this extraordinary place and the incredible families of the Class of 2025. What a ride. We’ll miss you more than words can say. Keep in touch 💙”
