Basketball legend Kobe Bryant dead at 41

Basketball legend Kobe Bryant dead at 41

Los Angeles Lakers superstar Kobe Bryant is dead at 41.

On Sunday, TMZ first reported and Variety subsequently confirmed that Bryant, along with four others, had been killed in a helicopter crash in Calabasas, Calif. The Los Angeles County Sheriffs tweeted about the crash shortly after it happened.

Five people confirmed deceased, no survivors in #Calabasas helicopter crash#LASD #Malibu deputies remain with #LA County Fire personnel. Investigation ongoing

Avoid the area until further notice.

— LA County Sheriffs (@LASDHQ) January 26, 2020

Bryant led the Lakers to five NBA Championships during his 20-year tenure with the team, notably with three consecutive wins alongside teammate Shaquille O'Neal from 2000-2003, in a run known locally as the "threepeat." He retired after the 2016 season.  Read more...

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