Kobe Bryant, daughter among 9 killed in helicopter crash
NBA legend Kobe Bryant has died in a helicopter crash, TMZ reports. Kobe Bryant was reportedly among several people on a helicopter that crashed in Los Angeles, killing all five on board.
According to The Los Angeles Times, the helicopter crashed on Sunday morning in hills above Calabasas. The fatal crash was confirmed by the Los Angeles County Sheriffs Department on Twitter.
ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski has confirmed the tragic news.
Kobe Bryant is among those dead in a helicopter crash outside Los Angeles, a source confirms to ESPN.
— Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) January 26, 2020
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Five people confirmed deceased, no survivors in #Calabasas helicopter crash. #LASD #Malibu deputies remain with #LA County Fire personnel. Investigation ongoing.
Avoid the area until further notice.
— LA County Sheriffs (@LASDHQ) January 26, 2020
The 41-year-old starred in the NBA with the Los Angeles Lakers for 20 seasons. He retired as one of the NBA’s greatest scorers and a five-time NBA champion.
As word of Bryant’s tragic passing spread, the NBA world offered prayers, shared memories and remembered one of the most important players in the history of basketball.
Michael Jordan, Adam Silver, Shaquille O’Neal and Barack Obama each released statements honoring Bryant.
As fans went to the Staples Center to pay their respects, NBA teams found unique ways to commemorate Bryant’s legacy during their games on Sunday.
