Kobe Bryant Dead in Helicopter Crash
This is a very sad news for the basketball fans! NBA legend Kobe Bryant is dead. The 41-year-old former Los Angeles Lakers basketball star was killed in helicopter crash according to Los Angeles-based website TMZ.
According to TMZ, there were no survivors, and the cause of the crash is under investigation.
The LA County Sheriffs confirmed that there were no survivors.
Five people confirmed deceased, no survivors in #Calabasas helicopter crash. #LASD #Malibu deputies remain with #LA County Fire personnel. Investigation ongoing.
— LA County Sheriffs (@LASDHQ) January 26, 2020
Avoid the area until further notice.
Kobe spent two decades with the Los Angeles Lakers, winning five championships and making 18 All-Star Games before hanging up his basketball shoes following the 2016 season.
Rest in peace Kobe!
Note: This is a developing story.
NBA legend Kobe Bryant among 5 people confirmed dead in California helicopter crash, reports say https://t.co/cHCRwXMSl2
— USA TODAY (@USATODAY) January 26, 2020
Here is a report from CNN confirming the death.
NBA legend Kobe Bryant was one of five people killed in a helicopter crash in Calabasas, California, sources tell CNN. He was 41. https://t.co/vn9yMec8M3 pic.twitter.com/2OQUxx12Fc
— CNN (@CNN) January 26, 2020
Tweets from friends are pouring in.
I am completely speechless and devastated at the unexpected passing of my dear friend, @kobebryant. Kobe had a big heart and an even bigger love for the community of Los Angeles. Through his foundation, he changed the lives of so many people and families with his wife, Vanessa. pic.twitter.com/4zs4zcjcfe
— Paula Abdul (@PaulaAbdul) January 26, 2020
Devastated to hear the news on my friend @kobebryant passing. Prayers go out to his wife Vanessa and his children and the @Lakers family. pic.twitter.com/Oki9GkYEu5
— Dennis Rodman (@dennisrodman) January 26, 2020
Nooooooooooo God please No!
— DWade (@DwyaneWade) January 26, 2020