How the Lakers went from LeBron’s milestone to handling Kobe’s death
4 years, 2 months ago

How the Lakers went from LeBron’s milestone to handling Kobe’s death

LA Times  

Everyone just wanted to go home. “I definitely don’t want to live out that day again,” LeBron James said nearly one year later. Those hours the Lakers wish they could forget but can’t erased what could’ve been a celebration, a five-game trip where James reached another milestone by passing Bryant on the NBA’s all-time scoring list, a monumental achievement while James was still working to cement a place for himself within Lakers fandom. “Out of all the things that I’ve done in my career as far as individual accolades, things have happened organically because I just go about my business,” James said that night. You should appreciate people while they’re alive.” James passing Bryant on the scoring list could’ve been a more awkward moment within the franchise with Bryant’s place in Lakers lore so prominent.

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Kobe Bryant rarely shared his interests beyond the game of basketball. His post-NBA career was ‘remarkable’ and unexpected
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Kobe Bryant rarely shared his interests beyond the game of basketball. His post-NBA career was ‘remarkable’ and unexpected

CNN  

Editor’s Note: A new series “Kobe: The Making of a Legend” traces the story of Kobe Bryant from his childhood in Italy to his athletic superstardom and provides an intimate look at his post-NBA aspirations as a storyteller and as a father. “He had made this game his entire life, and he was very open about that: nothing else means …

Kobe remembrances: Readers share thoughts of that tragic day
2 months ago

Kobe remembrances: Readers share thoughts of that tragic day

LA Times  

Kobe Bryant and his daughter Gianna died in a helicopter crash on Jan. 26, 2020, along with Newport Beach residents John, Keri and Alyssa Altobelli; Sarah and Payton Chester; Christina Mauser and Ara Zobayan. When later that day I got the news of Kobe, his daughter and the others’ crash and death, and then when I saw the published flight …

Five years after Kobe Bryant’s death, reminders remain everywhere in Los Angeles
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2 months ago

Five years after Kobe Bryant’s death, reminders remain everywhere in Los Angeles

New York Times  

LOS ANGELES — The Kobe and Gianna Bryant Memorial statue that sits on the south side of Crypto.com Arena, and which was unveiled last August, is both awe-inspiring and awful. I’m a girl Dad.” — Kobe Bryant, Most Valuable Girl Dad As I sat there soaking in this somber scene early Thursday evening, with thoughts swirling about how to properly …

LeBron James misses shot at final buzzer in Lakers’ wild overtime loss to Hawks
3 months, 2 weeks ago

LeBron James misses shot at final buzzer in Lakers’ wild overtime loss to Hawks

LA Times  

Atlanta Hawks forward Zaccharie Risacher, left, collides with Lakers forward LeBron James in the first half of the Lakers’ 134-132 overtime loss Friday night. With the Lakers up one in overtime, Anthony Davis’ pass to LeBron James was too casual, and Dyson Daniels stepped in front for the steal, no defenders between him and a go-ahead basket. James’ last-ditch chance …

LeBron James can’t save the Lakers at the end of disastrous road trip
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4 months, 2 weeks ago

LeBron James can’t save the Lakers at the end of disastrous road trip

LA Times  

LeBron James glared at the Lakers bench, another chance squandered, another run from the Grizzlies delivered. There wasn’t much else he could do Wednesday night on the final game of the Lakers’ first road trip. Lakers Anthony Davis unsure if lingering foot injury will continue to hamper him Lakers star Anthony Davis says he has been dealing with a foot …

Kobe Bryant's daughter Bianka, 7, throws first pitch at Dodgers game in honor of late NBA icon on his birthday weekend
7 months ago

Kobe Bryant's daughter Bianka, 7, throws first pitch at Dodgers game in honor of late NBA icon on his birthday weekend

Daily Mail  

Kobe Bryant's daughter Bianka threw out the first pitch at Sunday's Dodgers game as her late father was remembered on what would have been his 46th birthday. Vanessa Bryant and Bianka Bryant are seen at Dodger Stadium on Sunday afternoon Vanessa and her and Bryant's daughters Natalia, Capri and Bianka gathered on the field before the game Vanessa, Bianka and …

Lakers unveil new statue honoring ‘Girl Dad’ Kobe Bryant’s bond with daughter Gianna
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Lakers unveil new statue honoring ‘Girl Dad’ Kobe Bryant’s bond with daughter Gianna

LA Times  

The Lakers’ latest Kobe Bryant statue honors his close bond with daughter and his passion for being a “Girl Dad.” The new statue re-creates a moment from Dec. 29, 2019, when the father and daughter sat courtside to watch a Lakers home game against the Dallas Mavericks. The second of three statues honoring Kobe Bryant sits near the Crypto.com Arena‘s …

Kobe Bryant's widow Vanessa hints at late husband's feud with his parents as she mourns death of father-in-law: 'We hoped things would've been different'
8 months, 1 week ago

Kobe Bryant's widow Vanessa hints at late husband's feud with his parents as she mourns death of father-in-law: 'We hoped things would've been different'

Daily Mail  

Vanessa Bryant - the widow of late NBA icon Kobe - appeared to reference her husband's rumored feud with his parents while sending her condolences following the death of his father. The world of basketball is in mourning after Kobe's dad Joe Bryant tragically died at the age of 69 this week after recently suffering a stroke. Vanessa Bryant - …

Kobe Bryant’s dad and former NBA player Joe dies aged 69
8 months, 1 week ago

Kobe Bryant’s dad and former NBA player Joe dies aged 69

The Independent  

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Joe Bryant, Father Of Basketball Legend Kobe Bryant, Dies At 69
8 months, 1 week ago

Joe Bryant, Father Of Basketball Legend Kobe Bryant, Dies At 69

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING Professional basketball veteran Joe Bryant has died at the age of 69, according to his college alma mater. The death of the athlete and coach, who was the father of the late NBA legend Kobe Bryant, was announced by his former team, the La Salle University Explorers, on Tuesday. “We are saddened to announce the passing of …

Joe ‘Jellybean’ Bryant, father of late Lakers legend Kobe Bryant, dies at 69
8 months, 1 week ago

Joe ‘Jellybean’ Bryant, father of late Lakers legend Kobe Bryant, dies at 69

LA Times  

Lakers’ Kobe Bryant, right, has a laugh with his father, Joe “Jellybean” Bryant, prior to participating in a pickup basketball game at Loyola Marymount on July 5, 2007. “Joe ‘Jellybean’ Bryant was a local basketball icon, whose legacy on the court transcended his journey across Bartram High School, La Salle University, and his first four NBA seasons with the 76ers …

Lakers hold off late Hornets rally to close road trip with win
1 year, 1 month ago

Lakers hold off late Hornets rally to close road trip with win

LA Times  

Charlotte Hornets forward Miles Bridges guards Lakers star LeBron James during the first half of the Lakers’ 124-118 win Monday. “…But all of that said, we kept fighting, making big defensive plays when we needed to.” Monday’s win in Charlotte was the Lakers’ final piece of data for the front office as they enter Thursday’s trade deadline, an incredibly tight …

Video game company saves Kobe and Gianna Bryant mural in downtown Los Angeles
1 year, 5 months ago

Video game company saves Kobe and Gianna Bryant mural in downtown Los Angeles

LA Times  

Maria Eastaldo photographs her husband, Salvatore Pesante, next to a mural of Lakers legend Kobe Bryant and his daughter Gianna last month in downtown Los Angeles. A larger-than-life mural of Kobe Bryant and daughter Gianna will remain on the wall of Hardcore Fitness in downtown Los Angeles for at least another year. Ronnie Singh, head of lifestyle and content marketing …

Kobe Bryant's daughter Natalia tosses first pitch on Lakers Night at Dodger Stadium
1 year, 6 months ago

Kobe Bryant's daughter Natalia tosses first pitch on Lakers Night at Dodger Stadium

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Natalia Bryant threw out the …

Vanessa Bryant pays emotional tribute to late husband Kobe Bryant on what would have been his 45th birthday, more than three years after his tragic death in helicopter accident
1 year, 7 months ago

Vanessa Bryant pays emotional tribute to late husband Kobe Bryant on what would have been his 45th birthday, more than three years after his tragic death in helicopter accident

Daily Mail  

Vanessa Bryant has wished her late husband Kobe Bryant a happy birthday, on the day he would have turned 45. Vanessa Bryant shared the above photo of her and Kobe Bryant to her Instagram Wednesday The couple was married in January 2001 and had four daughters together: Gianna, Natalia, Bianka and Capri The Lakers official Instagram account commented an 'infinity' …

Lakers will retire LeBron James’ number one day, says owner Jeanie Buss
1 year, 7 months ago

Lakers will retire LeBron James’ number one day, says owner Jeanie Buss

The Hindu  

Los Angeles Lakers owner Jeanie Buss says the team will eventually retire LeBron James’ jersey number. The NBA’s all-time leading scorer, James is almost certain to receive the same honour with the Cleveland Cavaliers and Miami Heat whenever he hangs up his sneakers. Buss confirmed that James’ number will go up in the rafters alongside Lakers legends Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Magic …

Goodbye King? LeBron James hints at retirement after Lakers' elimination from NBA 2023
1 year, 10 months ago

Goodbye King? LeBron James hints at retirement after Lakers' elimination from NBA 2023

Hindustan Times  

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James is considering retirement after his team's disappointing elimination from NBA on Monday night. LeBron James After ending his 20th NBA season on a disappointing note, James told ESPN that he would think about whether he will continue to play basketball. Despite suffering injury this season, James gave it his all and played pivotal role …

Family of late basketball star Kobe Bryant awarded nearly $29M in photos case
2 years ago

Family of late basketball star Kobe Bryant awarded nearly $29M in photos case

The Hindu  

Los Angeles County will pay the wife of late basketball star Kobe Bryant nearly $29 million to settle a lawsuit over allegations that sheriff officers and firefighters shared gruesome photos of the helicopter crash that killed Bryant and his 13-year-old daughter. “Today marks the successful culmination of Mrs. Bryant’s courageous battle to hold accountable those who engaged in this grotesque …

2 days later, LeBron still feels scoring record is ‘surreal’
2 years, 1 month ago

2 days later, LeBron still feels scoring record is ‘surreal’

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — LeBron James took the microphone at center court under a spotlight Thursday night, and all the fans who guessed wrong rose to unleash a mighty roar. James paused to gather his thoughts while the three scoreboard ribbons running the circumference of the Lakers’ downtown arena all rotated the same message: “LeBron James — NBA All-Time Leading Scorer.” …

LeBron James makes NBA history on a star-filled night in LA
2 years, 1 month ago

LeBron James makes NBA history on a star-filled night in LA

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Bronny James stepped over to his dad’s locker and played the phone video he had taken of Tuesday night’s biggest moment. “That’s funny.” For James, the greatest cost of nearly two decades in the NBA is the family time he misses. When he reached arguably the greatest individual basketball milestone of all by passing Kareem Abdul-Jabbar’s career …

Lakers snub Kyrie Irving and annoy LeBron James. Good for them
2 years, 1 month ago

Lakers snub Kyrie Irving and annoy LeBron James. Good for them

LA Times  

Lakers star LeBron James wanted to be reunited with Kyrie Irving, but the NBA’s soon-to-be all-time leading scorer has been a lousy general manager for the Lakers. Maybe It’s Me — LeBron James February 6, 2023 LeBron James has been such a horrible general manager that the Lakers would be fools to allow him to continue making the trades. As …

LeBron James and Lakers in disbelief over no-call in loss at Boston: ‘We got cheated’
2 years, 1 month ago

LeBron James and Lakers in disbelief over no-call in loss at Boston: ‘We got cheated’

LA Times  

LeBron James reacts after a missed foul call at the end of regulation in the Lakers’ 125-121 overtime loss to the Boston Celtics on Saturday night. But after LeBron James didn’t get sent to the free-throw line at the end of regulation Saturday night in Boston and the Lakers couldn’t get right in overtime, Ham leaned on his facts. I …

Kobe Bryant: World pays tribute three years on from Lakers icon's death
2 years, 1 month ago

Kobe Bryant: World pays tribute three years on from Lakers icon's death

Daily Mail  

Tributes have been paid from across the world of sport to 'inspirational' Kobe Bryant, three years to the day since he died in a helicopter crash in Los Angeles. Los Angeles Lakers icon Kobe Bryant died three years ago to the day in a helicopter crash His daughter Gianna was on board with her dad and six other people Teams …

Shaquille O'Neal says he wishes he talked to Kobe Bryant before his tragic passing in 2020
2 years, 4 months ago

Shaquille O'Neal says he wishes he talked to Kobe Bryant before his tragic passing in 2020

Daily Mail  

In the two years since the death of Kobe Bryant, his former Lakers teammate Shaquille O'Neal is left with the regret of not reaching out to him. Shaquille O'Neal opened up about his feelings on the loss of Kobe Bryant ahead of the release of a four-part docu-series that will be released on HBO this week But Shaq never did. …

Vanessa Bryant shares tribute to late husband Kobe on what would have been his 44th birthday
2 years, 7 months ago

Vanessa Bryant shares tribute to late husband Kobe on what would have been his 44th birthday

Daily Mail  

Vanessa Bryant wished her late husband Kobe Bryant a happy birthday on Instagram this Tuesday, marking the day the late basketball star would have turned 44. ': Vanessa Bryant wished her late husband Kobe Bryant a happy birthday Tuesday, marking the day the late basketball star would have turned 44 The wife of the late NBA legend said she was …

Kobe Bryant’s wife cries in court as she testifies about leaked helicopter crash photos
2 years, 7 months ago

Kobe Bryant’s wife cries in court as she testifies about leaked helicopter crash photos

The Independent  

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Vanessa Bryant honours late husband Kobe Bryant and daughter Gianna in Super Bowl 2022 commercial
3 years, 1 month ago

Vanessa Bryant honours late husband Kobe Bryant and daughter Gianna in Super Bowl 2022 commercial

Daily Mail  

Vanessa Bryant starred in a Super Bowl 2022 commercial promoting Los Angeles and honouring her late husband and daughter. Spotlight on LA: Vanessa Bryant starred in a Super Bowl 2022 commercial promoting Los Angeles and honouring her late husband and daughter Also appearing in the ad to promote the Super Bowl’s return to Los Angeles after a nearly 30-year absence …

Vanessa Bryant gets emotional posing in front of mural of Kobe and Gianna for Super Bowl promo
3 years, 1 month ago

Vanessa Bryant gets emotional posing in front of mural of Kobe and Gianna for Super Bowl promo

Daily Mail  

Vanessa Bryant said she got emotional as she came face-to-face with the image of her late husband Kobe Bryant and daughter Gianna in a collaboration with the NFL that she teased on Instagram on Wednesday. Scroll down to video Spotlight on LA: Vanessa Bryant, 39, is among the celebrities and high-profile people to team up with the NFL for a …

Kobe Bryant's daughter Bianka, five, shows off her basketball skills
3 years, 1 month ago

Kobe Bryant's daughter Bianka, five, shows off her basketball skills

Daily Mail  

Kobe Bryant's five-year-old daughter Bianka showed off her impressive basketball skills in a sweet video posted by her mother Vanessa on Monday. Cute: Kobe Bryant's five-year-old daughter Bianka showed off her impressive basketball skills in a sweet video posted by her mother Vanessa on Monday In the clip, Bianka looked like she was trying to get the grown-ups to move …

Bronze statue to Kobe Bryant and daughter Gianna erected on second anniversary of helicopter crash deaths
3 years, 1 month ago

Bronze statue to Kobe Bryant and daughter Gianna erected on second anniversary of helicopter crash deaths

The Independent  

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Kobe Bryant tributes: Stars reflect on the loss of the basketball great two years after he died
3 years, 1 month ago

Kobe Bryant tributes: Stars reflect on the loss of the basketball great two years after he died

Daily Mail  

The two year anniversary of the death of Los Angeles basketball great Kobe Bryant fell on Wednesday. Tributes: Kanye West, Jamie Foxx, and Jennifer Garner took to social media to share tributes for Kobe Bryant and his daughter Gigi on the two year anniversary of their death West uploaded one of his personal favorite photos of himself and longtime friend …

Graphic photos of Kobe Bryant and daughter Gianna's bodies were shown at awards gala, lawsuit claims
3 years, 2 months ago

Graphic photos of Kobe Bryant and daughter Gianna's bodies were shown at awards gala, lawsuit claims

Daily Mail  

Graphic photos showing the bodies of Kobe Bryant and his 13-year-old daughter, Gianna, just hours after they were killed in a helicopter crash, were passed around by at least 28 police officers and at least a dozen firefighters in bars and at a media awards gala, new court filings claim. In the new documents filed on Thursday, Vanessa's attorney Luis …

Vanessa Bryant lawsuit reveals she's seen photo of Kobe's body taken by copsdeadly helicopter crash
3 years, 3 months ago

Vanessa Bryant lawsuit reveals she's seen photo of Kobe's body taken by copsdeadly helicopter crash

Daily Mail  

Vanessa Bryant says she's terrified internet trolls will release photos of her late husband Kobe and daughter's remains taken moments after they died in a helicopter crash. Vanessa claims first responders disseminated photos of the victims, including her husband and her daughter, in the aftermath Kobe Bryant is seen with Gianna and his wife and other children in a family …

Vanessa Bryant learnt of husband’s death via ‘RIP Kobe’ notifications
3 years, 5 months ago

Vanessa Bryant learnt of husband’s death via ‘RIP Kobe’ notifications

The Independent  

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Kobe Bryant Birth Anniversary: Unknown Facts and Career Highlights of the Black Mamba
3 years, 7 months ago

Kobe Bryant Birth Anniversary: Unknown Facts and Career Highlights of the Black Mamba

News 18  

Five-time NBA champion, two-time NBA Finals Most Valuable Player, 2008 NBA MVP and 18-time NBA All-Star, late Kobe Bryant has almost achieved everything in his 20-year long professional basketball career. Joe Bryant played eight seasons in NBA and as many seasons in Italy, where Kobe did his early schooling. Bryant received several national Player of the Year awards and broke …

Watch: Vanessa Bryant's emotional tribute to Kobe Bryant in Hall of Fame inductions
3 years, 10 months ago

Watch: Vanessa Bryant's emotional tribute to Kobe Bryant in Hall of Fame inductions

The Hindu  

Vanessa Bryant stood at the podium on Saturday evening as her late husband Kobe was being formally inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, and she noted that she always avoided praising the former Los Angeles Lakers star in public. Vanessa Bryant's stirring speech was the highlight of the ceremony in Uncasville, Conn., in which Kobe Bryant was …

Kobe Bryant death: Firefighters who photographed fatal helicopter crash to be fired
3 years, 10 months ago

Kobe Bryant death: Firefighters who photographed fatal helicopter crash to be fired

The Independent  

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Michael Jordan Will Present Deceased Kobe Bryant For Hall of Fame Induction
3 years, 11 months ago

Michael Jordan Will Present Deceased Kobe Bryant For Hall of Fame Induction

News 18  

Michael Jordan will present Kobe Bryant for induction into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame next month. “When Kobe Bryant died, a piece of me died,” Jordan said at that memorial, about four weeks after Bryant, Gianna and seven others died in a helicopter crash. Jordan will also present Baylor women’s basketball coach Kim Mulkey, another member of the …

Kobe Bryant’s 60-point final game, through the eyes of those who were there
3 years, 11 months ago

Kobe Bryant’s 60-point final game, through the eyes of those who were there

LA Times  

“Kobe’s signing.” The word went out through the hallways at Staples Center before tipoff of his final NBA game, teammates, staff and locker room attendants all scrambling to get something in the hands of Kobe Bryant, the retiring Lakers star, while he was holding onto a marker and in the mood. 48 / 56 Fans gathered outside Staples Center ahead …

Vanessa Bryant remembers Kobe as she marks her second Valentine's Day since his passing
4 years, 1 month ago

Vanessa Bryant remembers Kobe as she marks her second Valentine's Day since his passing

Daily Mail  

Vanessa Bryant remembered her late husband Kobe Bryant on social media as she marked her second Valentine's Day since his tragic passing at age 41. Looking back: On Sunday morning, Vanessa Bryant shared a throwback snap featuring her spending quality time with her deceased husband Kobe The message read, 'Happy Valentine’s Day Boo-Boo. Aww: She also shared this romantic photo …

Kobe Bryant crash: Everything we know and the unanswered questions
4 years, 1 month ago

Kobe Bryant crash: Everything we know and the unanswered questions

The Independent  

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Kareena Kapoor Khan, Priyanka Chopra remember Kobe-Gianna Bryant on their 1st death anniversary
4 years, 1 month ago

Kareena Kapoor Khan, Priyanka Chopra remember Kobe-Gianna Bryant on their 1st death anniversary

India TV News  

NBA legend Kobe Bryant and his daughter Gianna along with seven others lost their lives in a tragic helicopter crash on January 26, 2020. On the first death anniversary, Kareena Kapoor Khan and Priyanka Chopra Jonas remembered them and shared a heartfelt post on their social media account. Priyanka also shared a picture of a father and daughter duo and …

Vanessa Bryant shares tribute to Kobe and Gianna on first anniversary of their deaths: ‘Kob, we did it right’
4 years, 1 month ago

Vanessa Bryant shares tribute to Kobe and Gianna on first anniversary of their deaths: ‘Kob, we did it right’

The Independent  

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One year after Kobe Bryant’s death, the Lakers continue to honor his memory
4 years, 2 months ago

One year after Kobe Bryant’s death, the Lakers continue to honor his memory

LA Times  

Lakers teammates Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, Quin Cook, and LeBron James honor Kobe Bryant by wearing his jersey during a pregame ceremony at Staples Center on Jan. 31, 2020. “But legends never die and he’s exactly that.... It’s all about representing that.” One year since Bryant’s death, the Lakers still celebrate his life. “You could definitely feel Bean’s presence from the start,” …

Remembering Kobe: Former Lakers teammates on his greatness
4 years, 2 months ago

Remembering Kobe: Former Lakers teammates on his greatness

LA Times  

Four former Lakers teammates — Robert Horry, Rick Fox, Brian Shaw and Devean George — shared their thoughts about playing with Kobe Bryant. Even on those days where he was hurt and couldn’t practice at full speed, he would at least get there early and practice and work on some parts of his game. I think he’s one of the …

Column: Reminders of Kobe Bryant’s life and spirit remain vivid a year after his death
4 years, 2 months ago

Column: Reminders of Kobe Bryant’s life and spirit remain vivid a year after his death

LA Times  

Lakers star Kobe Bryant stands for the national anthem before a game against the Indiana Pacers in November 2015. 1 / 38 Lakers star Kobe Bryant pauses for a moment as confetti streams down at the Staples Center following his final game on April 13, 2016. 24 / 38 Kobe Bryant celebrates after winning his fourth NBA title following the …

Jerry West reflects on Kobe Bryant: From wunderkind to icon
4 years, 2 months ago

Jerry West reflects on Kobe Bryant: From wunderkind to icon

LA Times  

The Christmas card arrived in the mail at Jerry West’s home — it was from Kobe Bryant’s wife, Vanessa, and his family. “When I saw that Christmas card, the first thing said was, ‘When is the anniversary coming up?’” West said. “We have this picture of he and his family, Vanessa, and right before I left, I looked at that …

Remembering Kobe and Gianna: Vanessa Bryant on social media
4 years, 2 months ago

Remembering Kobe and Gianna: Vanessa Bryant on social media

LA Times  

A collage of photos that Vanessa Bryant posted on social media of herself and daughters for Christmas. “One day you’re in the moment laughing and the next day you don’t feel like being alive.” Since Bryant lost husband Kobe and daughter Gianna in a helicopter crash on Jan. 26, 2020, her carefully curated Instagram account is a window into her …

The final hours of Kobe Bryant’s life: An oral history
4 years, 2 months ago

The final hours of Kobe Bryant’s life: An oral history

LA Times  

A year ago, Kobe Bryant, his 13-year-old daughter Gianna and seven others boarded a Sikorsky S-76B helicopter at John Wayne Airport in Orange County. 9:06 a.m. Webb texts: “Wheels up.” 9:33 a.m. Kobe Bryant’s driver texts the group from Camarillo Airport: “Just started raining lightly here.” 9:44 a.m. Zobayan by radio to air traffic control: “And SoCal, for helicopter two …

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