Kobe Bryant and Daughter Gianna Die in Helicopter Accident

Kapanlagi.com - Sad news comes from the world of sports. Former NBA top basketball player, Kobe Bryant, has passed away in a helicopter accident as reported by The New York Times.

Kobe Bryant died in a plane crash in Calabasas, California, on Sunday (26/1/2020) local time. According to the LA County Sheriff's social media account, five people were declared dead in the accident.

1. His Daughter Also Passed Away

NBA representatives have also confirmed the death of Kobe Bryant to all teams and colleagues. This news has undoubtedly caused many players and basketball fans to mourn.

Not only that. In addition to Kobe Bryant, one of the victims who died in the accident was Kobe's daughter, Gianna, who is commonly known as Gigi. Gianna is Kobe's second child with Vanessa Bryant.

Gigi died along with her father at the age of 13. Kobe Bryant himself passed away at the age of 41.

2. Kobe's Achievements

Kobe Bryant became an NBA superstar at a young age with the LA Lakers, the team he played for for 20 years. Kobe himself received the Most Valuable Player award in the NBA in 2007 and 2008. He also won two gold medals in the Olympic Games with the United States basketball team.

Rest in peace to Kobe Bryant and his daughter Gianna. Condolences to the family left behind.

(Nyt/pit)