Kobe Bryant was one of the most famous and gifted basketball players in history. See his life in photos here.
Kobe Bryant, one of the most celebrated athletes in the history of basketball, died on January 26, 2020, alongside his daughter Gianna Bryant when his helicopter went down in California. The loss of such an iconic NBA all-star was sudden, tragic, and much too early for someone that, at 41, had much more to give his fans and family.
Looking back at his life, it’s clear that Kobe not only had a gift for the sport, but that he also loved life.
Through this gallery, we’ll look at his life in photos, with his family, his famous friends, and doing what he loved to do best — play basketball. Celebrate the life of an amazing man and player along with us.
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Kobe Bryant at the beginning of his career
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Kobe Bryant in his early years
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Kobe Bryant and wife Vanessa Laine
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Kobe on the court
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Kobe Bryant on a date night with Vanessa
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Kobe Bryant smiling with his wife Vanessa and daughter Natalia
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Kobe Bryant’s big smile
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Kobe Bryant at the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games
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Kobe Bryant at the London Olympics in 2012
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Kobe Bryant wins gold
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Vanessa Bryant and Kobe Bryant posing together
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Kobe Bryant happy with his wife Vanessa
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Kobe Bryant in action on the basketball court
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Kobe Bryant looking grateful
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Kobe with his family
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Kobe Bryant talking the talk
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Kobe & his family at the ‘A Wrinkle in Time’ premiere
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Kobe Bryant and Vanessa Laine Bryant at the Academy Awards
