Kobe Bryant, his daughter Gianna, and seven others tragically died in a helicopter crash on January 26, 2020.
The crash occurred in Calabasas, California, and it was a devastating loss for the sports world and beyond.
He and his daughter Gianna were traveling to a basketball game at the Mamba Sports Academy when the crash occurred.
The others who perished were pilot Ara Zobayan, John Altobelli, his wife Keri, their daughter Alyssa, Christina Mauser, and Sarah Chester with her daughter Payton.
Alyssa and Payton were teammates of Gianna’s. Kobe Bryant, a legendary figure in basketball, won five NBA championships with the Los Angeles Lakers and is widely regarded as one of the greatest players in the sport’s history.
Indeed, Kobe Bryant’s accomplishments include being selected for 18 NBA All-Star Games and winning four All-Star MVP awards. He also earned the league MVP award in 2008.
The tragic helicopter crash deeply affected fans, athletes, and communities globally.
In the aftermath, there were numerous tributes and memorials to honor Bryant, his daughter Gianna, and the others who lost their lives.
The outpouring of support highlighted the profound impact Bryant had both on and off the court.
