The death of All-Star athlete Kobe Bryant has shaken the public, as millions mourn the tragic loss of the basketball player and his 13-year-old daughter.
Kobe and daughter Gigi lost their lives in an unexpected helicopter crash in Calabases, California.
While the public mourns, so do celebrities who knew him personally and professionally.
Kim Kardashian led the tributes, which began flooding in last night as Hollywood rushed to share their shock and extend their sympathies to Kobe’s wife Vanessa and their family.
Taking to Twitter, Kim wrote:
“My heart is so heavy. No one should ever experience what the families involved are going through.”
My heart is so heavy. No one should ever experience what the families involved are going through. This has affected us all so much but I cannot begin to imagine what Vanessa is feeling losing her husband and her baby girl. I cry just thinking about it. pic.twitter.com/U3osyw6Pzu
— Kim Kardashian West (@KimKardashian) January 27, 2020
“This has affected us all so much but I cannot begin to imagine what Vanessa is feeling losing her husband and her baby girl.”
“I cry just thinking about it.”
Bella Hadid took to Instagram to share her sorrow and condolences with the families.
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“I can’t believe this…Rest in Peace King and baby G….” she wrote.
“Thinking about Vanessa and their beautiful family during this time..I continue to go through photographs and still, this doesn’t seem real.”
Many celebs hoped to share their sympathies ahead of last night’s Grammy Awards, as many members of the public gathered at the LA Staples Centre to pay homage to the late athlete. The Grammys were also held at the event space.
I cannot believe this is real. My god. Oh my god.
— christine teigen (@chrissyteigen) January 26, 2020
Chrissy Tiegen wrote: “Downtown right now and nothing feels more unimportant than what we are doing today.”
“This is absolutely terrible. Everyone is numb.”
Hundreds of others have also paid their respects online:
Like everyone, I’m stunned and saddened by the news about Kobe Bryant. My heart is broken for his wife and family.
— Ellen DeGeneres (@TheEllenShow) January 26, 2020
I’m so sad and stunned right now. In Staples Arena, where Kobe created so many memories for all of us, preparing to pay tribute to another brilliant man we lost too soon, Nipsey Hussle. Life can be so brutal and senseless sometimes. Hold on to your loved ones. We miss you, Kobe
— John Legend (@johnlegend) January 26, 2020
Please don’t let this be True. I’m shaking ????
— Khloé (@khloekardashian) January 26, 2020
Kobe, We love you brother
We’re praying for your family and appreciate the life you’ve lived and all the inspiration you gave pic.twitter.com/pxbgLOOmpY
— ye (@kanyewest) January 26, 2020
I don’t have the words. Every ounce of my heart is with you, Vanessa. ???? pic.twitter.com/H2b3af2Ft4
— Kris Jenner (@KrisJenner) January 26, 2020
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Kobe was a real life super hero on that court & I’m sure he was one to his family. Sending love and prayers to them. This is heartbreaking.
— Bruno Mars (@BrunoMars) January 26, 2020
Please don’t let this be True. I’m shaking ????
— Khloé (@khloekardashian) January 26, 2020
