Virat Kohli, Ranveer Singh & Others Mourn The Death Of Basketball Legend Kobe Bryant

Kobe Bryant, the 41-year-old basketball legend who has been a 5-time NBA champion and 2-time Olympic gold medallist, passed away yesterday in a helicopter crash in suburban Los Angeles, reports News18. He along with his 13-year-old daughter Gianna and 7 others were lost to the horrific accident. As a result of extremely foggy weather, their helicopter crashed into a hillside in Calabasas.

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World, I’ve been watching! You want the #FIBAWC 🏆? Come and get it in China. #MambaMentality

A post shared by Kobe Bryant (@kobebryant) on Oct 30, 2018 at 5:04pm PDT

The tragic news has sent shockwaves across the world. The entire sports community, celebrities, and basketball enthusiasts are mourning the death of Kobe Bryant and his daughter. Have a look:

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Absolutely devastated to hear this news today. So many childhood memories of waking up early and watching this magician doing things on the court that I would be mesmerized by. Life is so unpredictable and fickle. His daughter Gianna passed away too in the crash. Iam absolutely Heartbroken. Rest in peace. Strength and condolences to the family 🙏

A post shared by Virat Kohli (@virat.kohli) on Jan 26, 2020 at 3:50pm PST

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🏀 👑 #rip #kobe 💔 Mamba Forever

A post shared by Ranveer Singh (@ranveersingh) on Jan 26, 2020 at 12:24pm PST

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Life is fickle, it all eventually feels kind of pointless. R.I.P @kobebryant #blackmamba #24

A post shared by Arjun Kapoor (@arjunkapoor) on Jan 26, 2020 at 1:50pm PST

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Kobe Bryant was my first real introduction to the NBA. I was 13 living in Queens NYC, the same age as his sweet little girl, Gianna. He ignited my love for the sport, competition, and striving for excellence. He inspired an entire generation. His legacy is so much bigger than basketball. This heartbreaking accident also took the life of his young daughter, Gianna. I’m shook and so saddened. My heart goes out to Vanessa, Natalia, Bianka, and Capri Bryant. You are in my thoughts. Also sending my condolences to the loved ones of the other families and pilot in the accident. Being at tonight’s Grammys ceremony in his home at the Staples Center is going to be surreal. 💔 #RIP #KobeBryant #ripmamba

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NBA Commissioner Adam Silver issued the following statement today regarding the passing of Kobe Bryant: “The NBA family is devastated by the tragic passing of Kobe Bryant and his daughter, Gianna. “For 20 seasons, Kobe showed us what is possible when remarkable talent blends with an absolute devotion to winning. He was one of the most extraordinary players in the history of our game with accomplishments that are legendary: five NBA championships, an NBA MVP award, 18 NBA All-Star selections, and two Olympic gold medals. But he will be remembered most for inspiring people around the world to pick up a basketball and compete to the very best of their ability. He was generous with the wisdom he acquired and saw it as his mission to share it with future generations of players, taking special delight in passing down his love of the game to Gianna. “We send our heartfelt condolences to his wife, Vanessa, and their family, the Lakers organization and the entire sports world.”

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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

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Kobe was a real life super hero on that court & I’m sure he was one to his family. Sending love and prayers to them. This is heartbreaking.

— Bruno Mars (@BrunoMars) January 26, 2020

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Like everyone, I’m stunned and saddened by the news about Kobe Bryant. My heart is broken for his wife and family.

— Ellen DeGeneres (@TheEllenShow) January 26, 2020

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Heart going out to the Bryant family right now. ❤️. RIP @kobebryant

— Megan Rapinoe (@mPinoe) January 26, 2020

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Like everyone, I’m stunned, shocked and saddened to hear the horrific news about Kobe Bryant and his 13 year old daughter who died in a helicopter crash. Thoughts are with his family and loved ones at this extremely sad time ! #RIPKobeBryant

— Shane Warne (@ShaneWarne) January 26, 2020

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Most people will remember Kobe as the magnificent athlete who inspired a whole generation of basketball players. But I will always remember him as a man who was much more than an athlete. pic.twitter.com/9EZuwk8wrV

— Kareem Abdul-Jabbar (@kaj33) January 26, 2020

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My heart is in pieces hearing the news of this unimaginable tragedy. I can’t fathom what the families are going through. Kobe meant so much to me and to us all. Sending my prayers, love, and endless condolences to Vanessa and the family and anyone who lost someone on that flight.

— Taylor Swift (@taylorswift13) January 26, 2020

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There are no words to express the pain I’m going through now with this tragic and sad moment of loosing my neice Gigi & my friend, my brother, my partner in winning championships, my dude and my homie. I love you and you will be missed. My condolences goes out to the Bryant family and the families of the other passengers on board. IM SICK RIGHT NOW !

A post shared by DR. SHAQUILLE O'NEAL Ed.D. (@shaq) on Jan 26, 2020 at 1:33pm PST

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I'm so sad and stunned right now. In Staples Arena, where Kobe created so many memories for all of us, preparing to pay tribute to another brilliant man we lost too soon, Nipsey Hussle. Life can be so brutal and senseless sometimes. Hold on to your loved ones. We miss you, Kobe

— John Legend (@johnlegend) January 26, 2020

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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. pic.twitter.com/U3osyw6Pzu

— Kim Kardashian West (@KimKardashian) January 27, 2020

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

A post shared by Kylie 🤍 (@kyliejenner) on Jan 26, 2020 at 1:03pm PST

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It can't be. You always encouraged me mamba. Gave me me some of the best quotes that we smile about to this day.! Love you man!

A post shared by Justin Bieber (@justinbieber) on Jan 26, 2020 at 12:20pm PST

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Praying for the entire Bryant family and loved ones during this tragic time.

— Nick Jonas (@nickjonas) January 26, 2020

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#KobeBryant you were the greatest. You made our city and the rest of the world so proud. Every basketball fan knew the magnificence of the Mamba. Love and healing to Vanessa and those little girls. God, this is just the worst ever.

— Mindy Kaling (@mindykaling) January 26, 2020

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The world has lost a legend, and a family has lost its light. May the prayers of millions of people from around the world give #KobeBryant ’s family and those of the others who died in this heartbreaking tragedy courage and strength. #RIPMamba pic.twitter.com/KUGm6UtLBj

— Priyanka Gandhi Vadra (@priyankagandhi) January 27, 2020

This goes on to prove how unpredictable and short life can be. Rest in peace Mamba.

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