BREAKING NEWS: NBA legend Kobe Bryant dies at age 41

Jan 26, 2020(Nyamilepedia) — NBA Star, Kobe Bryant, died in a helicopter crash in Calabasas, outside Los Angeles, California, ESPN, CNN and other major international media outlets have confirmed.

According to the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department the helicopter that Kobe Bryant and four others were on crashed in Calabasas, California, Sunday around 1 p.m. ET (10 a.m. PT):

Joining the media, his former NBA team, Lose Angeles Lakers, also confirmed the report.

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The Federal Aviation Administration and National Transportation Safety Board said they will investigate the tragic accident.

“A S-76 helicopter crashed this morning under unknown circumstances near Calabasas, Calif. Local authorities say that five people were on board. Please check with local authorities for more information on the condition of the occupants,” the FAA said in its statement.

PUBLIC REACTION FROM NBA STARS AND OTHERS

The sudden death of NBA Star Kobe Bryant has shocked the world, many NBA stars and general public have rushed to social media to mourn the Star.

“I’m stunned. Words can’t even come close to describing it. Just an incredibly sad and tragic day.” Said six-time NBA champion, Scottie Pippen,

“Can’t be true. Just can’t be.  Truly truly horrific. Rest In Peace Kobe.” Said Houston Texans #99 JJ Watt.

Celtics legend Paul Pierce

NBA player Bradley Beal

NBA player Dwyane Wade

NBA player Vince Carter

Mavericks star Luka Doncic

Mavericks owner Mark Cuban

NBA player Tobias Harris

Patriots running back James White

Cavaliers player John Henson

Patriots running back Sony Michel

49ers corner back Richard Sherman

NBA analyst Jay Bilas

This is not real right now

— Paul Pierce (@paulpierce34) January 26, 2020