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Tributes pour in from Hollywood mourning Kobe Bryant's death

The basketball legend died in a helicopter crash at 41.
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January 26, 2020 5:14 p.m. EST
January 28, 2020 11:00 p.m. EST
LOS ANGELES, CA - APRIL 13: Kobe Bryant #24 of the Los Angeles Lakers waves to the crowd as he is taken out of the game after scoring 60 points against the Utah Jazz at Staples Center on April 13, 2016 in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images) LOS ANGELES, CA - APRIL 13: Kobe Bryant #24 of the Los Angeles Lakers waves to the crowd as he is taken out of the game after scoring 60 points against the Utah Jazz at Staples Center on April 13, 2016 in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images)
L.A. Lakers legend and Oscar winner Kobe Bryant died in a tragic helicopter crash at the age of 41 Sunday morning in Calabasas. While details are still emerging, TMZ first reported that the there were at least 7 other passengers aboard the helicopter and there were no survivors, while more recent reports have confirmed that Bryant's 13-year-old daughter, Gianna Maria-Onore Bryant, was also among the deceased who were travelling on the way to a basketball game.Bryant played for the L.A. Lakers throughout his 20-year career and won an Oscar in 2018 for Best Animated Short Film for Dear Basketball, which was based on a poem he wrote about his retirement from the game.Fellow athletes and Bryant's friends in Hollywood were shocked by the news of his sudden death and took to social media to share their condolences and celebrate his professional achievements.
 
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?? precious Lord be with this family

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I don’t have the words. Every ounce of my heart is with you, Vanessa. ?

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This one is very painful. Rest in Peace King. I am praying for his Family. ??????????????

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I was holding out hoping that it wasn’t true ! Lord his daughter too. #kobebryant #giannabryant

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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 family 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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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❤️??

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Bryant is survived by his wife Vanessa and daughters Natalie Diamante Bryant, 17, Bianka Bella Bryant, 3, and Capri Kobe Bryant, 7 months.[video_embed id='1885163']RELATED: What will crash investigators be looking for?[/video_embed]

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