Breaking: Georgia teachers on leave for Charlie Kirk social media posts
Nation & World News
Nation & World News

Fans mourn death of NBA legend Kobe Bryant

Lakers icon died with daughter Gianna, three others in a helicopter crash

Kobe Bryant, the 18-time NBA All-Star was killed in a helicopter crash near Calabasas, California on Sunday. Fans everywhere are mourning his loss. He was 41.
By
Jan 26, 2020

Even before his death was confirmed, tweets of “NOOOOOO” were peppered throughout the social media platform. Once is was official, more heartfelt posts appeared mourning the death of 41-year-old NBA legend Kobe Bryant.

Bryant and his teen daughter Gianna were killed Sunday in a helicopter crash in Los Angeles.

The Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department said that 5 people were killed in the crash in Calabasas. Authorities are investigating the cause of the crash.

» Reports: NBA great Kobe Bryant, 4 others killed in helicopter crash

» If you'd like to sign our guestbook for Kobe Bryant, click here

» Photos: Notable Kobe Bryant moments in Atlanta

» The Atlanta Hawks and Zoo Atlanta will honor NBA great Kobe Bryant by naming a black mamba after him

About the Author

Nancy Clanton is a lead producer for The AJC's platforms team, but also writes stories about health, travel, events and entertainment. A native of Knoxville and graduate of the University of Tennessee, she has worked at the AJC for 24 years.

Follow Nancy Clanton on twitter
More Stories

The Latest

President Donald Trump speaks with reporters before he departs on Air Force One at Morristown Airport, Sunday, Sept. 14, 2025, in Morristown, N.J. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

Credit: AP

The Latest: Rubio will head to Qatar after meeting with Netanyahu in Israel

11m ago

Trump says the US military again targeted a boat allegedly carrying drugs from Venezuela

11m ago

Arch Manning promises to improve as Texas prepares for its last game before SEC play

12m ago

Featured

In this file photo from October 2024, Atlanta Braves outfielder Jorge Soler and teammates react after losing to the San Diego Padres 5-4 in San Diego. The Braves and Soler, who now plays for the Los Angeles Angels, face a lawsuit by a fan injured at a 2021 World Series game at Truist Park in Atlanta. (Jason Getz/AJC)

Credit: Jason.Getz@ajc.com

A Braves fan took a ball to the face. The team may be liable, judges say.

The Atlanta Braves and former right fielder Jorge Soler face a lawsuit by a fan hit in the eye with a ball during a World Series game at Truist Park in 2021.

Joro spiders multiply across Georgia, spinning their pesky webs

The invasive species has multiplied rapidly in Atlanta in the last three years, research shows.

Ford settles billion-dollar Georgia lawsuits over fatal wrecks

Ford Motor Co. has settled two Georgia lawsuits that elicited record-setting jury verdicts of $1.7 billion and $2.5 billion, ending more than a decade of litigation.