The world is in shock following the tragic news of Kobe Bryant's death. TMZ broke the news of the NBA superstar's fatal helicopter crash on Sunday morning. Bryant was among the nine passengers pronounced dead on-site, including his 13-year-old daughter, Gianna.
An 18-time All-Star and Los Angeles Lakers superstar, Kobe Bryant had one of the most illustrious NBA careers. Bryant ended his 20-year career in 2016, an MVP. His sudden death comes as a huge shock to his friends, fans, celebrities, and peers alike, and the news of his untimely passing was swiftly followed by an outpouring of tributes and condolences.
See how athletes and celebrities reacted below. Rest in peace, Kobe Bryant, you will be missed.
LeBron James
Jimmy Fallon
“Kobe was such a life force, so strong, creative and inspired that in my head, I thought that he was going to live forever,” The Tonight Show host said before diving into the story of how he met Bryant in the midst of a beer shortage. Watch above.
Shaquille O'Neal
Michael Jordan
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Kareem Abdul-Jabbar
Scottie Pippen
Tony Parker
Paul Pierce
Dwyane Wade
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Paul George
Rick Fox
Tristan Thompson
Jamal Crawford
Didier Drogba
Ronaldinho
Neymar Jr.
Cristiano Ronaldo
Thierry Henry
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Sergio Ramos
Lionel Messi
Nick Kyrgios
Barack Obama
Kanye West
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Nike
adidas
Drake
Kim Kardashian
Snoop Dogg
Diddy
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Nas
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Anderson .Paak
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50 Cent
Kevin Hart
21 Savage
YG
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Cardi B
Quavo
Meek Mill
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2 Chainz
DJ Khaled
Swizz Beatz
Jamie Foxx
Fat Joe
Kylie Jenner
Kehlani
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Hailey Bieber
Tiffany Haddish
Megan Thee Stallion
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Naomi Campbell
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Tyler Mansour
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