How The World Reacted To The Tragic Death of Kobe Bryant

The world was hit with tragic news on January 26, 2020 as phones buzzed all over the world receiving the devastating news of the passing away of Kobe Bryant and his 13 year old daughter Gianna Maria Onore Bryant in a terrible helicopter accident.

Kobe Bryant was an inspiration to all as fans and cities across the world have been paying tribute to the loss of one of the best basketball players in the NBA, and to the loss of a father, husband, son and dear friend to many.

Bryant left behind a legacy that will live on in the hearts and memories of people all over, as he was a five time NBA champion and one of the league’s top scorers of all time. He entered the NBA straight out of high school at the young ae of 17 years old and he spent the next 20 years of his life making history with the Los Angeles Lakers before retiring in 2016.

The world is mourning the loss of Kobe Bryant and Gianna Bryant, and we are sending our thoughts and prayers to the family and all those mourning their loss. May their souls rest in peace.

Badou Jack (@BadouJack)

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Rest in Peace Kobe and Gianna

A post shared by Badou Jack "The Ripper" (@badoujack) on Jan 26, 2020 at 9:45pm PST

Omar Borkan (@OmarBorkan)

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This is sad I can’t believe it.. in shock.. RIP @kobebryant

A post shared by Omar Borkan عمر بركان (@omarborkan) on Jan 26, 2020 at 12:58pm PST

Movlogs (@MoVlogs)

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Rip to one of the greatest alive. The main reason Im posting this is to say life is not to be taken for granted. Appreciate everything you have around you and live your life now not later. My prayers go out to Kobe family. Its heart breaking to see something tragic like this happen to someone so loved. Rip

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Lebron James (@KingJames)

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I’m Not Ready but here I go. Man I sitting here trying to write something for this post but every time I try I begin crying again just thinking about you, niece Gigi and the friendship/bond/brotherhood we had! I literally just heard your voice Sunday morning before I left Philly to head back to LA. Didn’t think for one bit in a million years that would be the last conversation we’d have. WTF!! I’m heartbroken and devastated my brother!! . Man I love you big bro. My heart goes to Vanessa and the kids. I promise you I’ll continue your legacy man! You mean so much to us all here especially #LakerNation and it’s my responsibility to put this shit on my back and keep it going!! Please give me the strength from the heavens above and watch over me! I got US here! There’s so much more I want to say but just can’t right now because I can’t get through it! Until we meet again my brother!! #Mamba4Life #Gigi4Life

A post shared by LeBron James (@kingjames) on Jan 27, 2020 at 6:43pm PST

Barack Obama (@BarackObama)

Kobe was a legend on the court and just getting started in what would have been just as meaningful a second act. To lose Gianna is even more heartbreaking to us as parents. Michelle and I send love and prayers to Vanessa and the entire Bryant family on an unthinkable day.

— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) January 26, 2020

Lady Gaga (@LadyGaGa)

Thinking of Kobe Bryant and his family. I’m praying for their healing and the reincarnation of their joy. Such a tremendous tragedy, but we can send them thoughts of unimaginable hope.

— Lady Gaga (@ladygaga) January 28, 2020

Tyson Beck (@TysonBeckDesign)

This was the hardest thing I've ever had to make. RIP Kobe and Gianna Bryant. See you again soon @kobebryant pic.twitter.com/7a9P4IMxfo

— Tyson Beck (@tysonbeckdesign) January 28, 2020

Rihanna (@BadGalRiRi)

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still doesn’t feel real…still can’t find the right words. We miss you man! May God have mercy on the Bryant family and the families of all the souls we lost!

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Kylie Jenner (@KylieJenner)

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at loss for words right now. praying for this beautiful family.

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Tyga (@Tyga)

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So hurt by this wow. devasted!

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Kim Kardashian West (@KimKardashian)

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My heart is so heavy. No one should ever experience what the families involved are going through. This has affected us all so much but I cannot begin to imagine what Vanessa is feeling losing her husband and her baby girl. I cry just thinking about it. I am praying for the Bryant family, the Altobelli family and the families of all who perished in this unthinkable tragedy. Rest In Peace Legend

A post shared by Kim Kardashian West (@kimkardashian) on Jan 26, 2020 at 4:03pm PST

Photo credit: Kobe Bryant Instagram (@kobebryant).