Kobe Bryant dies in helicopter crash

Get news and information on Kobe Bryant, a universally-loved NBA star who played for the LA Lakers, who has been killed in a private helicopter crash in California. Bryant was universally beloved by Los Angeles basketball fans as he played his entire 20 year career with the Lakers. Follow RT for news and updates on the accident that has sent shockwaves across the US. Check RT for the latest details as everyone from filmmaking professionals and politicians to athletes in football and soccer have been taking to social media to mourn the loss of the legendary athlete.

‘I don’t know why, but I just can’t delete it’: Michael Jordan reveals he treasures final text message exchange with Kobe Bryant
Basketball icon Michael Jordan has revealed that he can't bring himself to delete the final text exchange he had with Kobe Bryant prior to the former LA Lakers star's death in a helicopter accident last year.
May 12, 2021 15:16
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Just did it: Kobe Bryant’s widow, Vanessa, ends 18-year Nike partnership despite wanting ‘lifelong deal reflecting his legacy’
The widow of Kobe Bryant, Vanessa, has ended the late basketball legend's 18-year relationship with sports apparel giant Nike, telling fans that she will "continue to fight" for fans to be able to wear his hugely popular shoes.
Apr 21, 2021 15:16
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‘They need to be held accountable’: Vanessa Bryant wins case to disclose names behind ‘shared photos of NBA legend Kobe’s crash’
Kobe Bryant’s widow can now obtain the names of the four Los Angeles County Sheriff Department (LASD) deputies who allegedly shared pictures from the scene of the helicopter crash that killed the NBA legend and their daughter.
Mar 9, 2021 12:59
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Widow of NBA icon Kobe Bryant rages at Hollywood actress Evan Rachel Wood over ‘rapist’ comment
Vanessa Bryant, the widow of late NBA icon Kobe Bryant, has hit out at actress Evan Rachel Wood over a tweet she posted in the aftermath of the basketball star’s death in which Wood labeled Bryant “a rapist.”
Feb 28, 2021 10:31
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Kobe Bryant helicopter crash pilot ‘violated flight standards’ by heading into heavy cloud, was disoriented – investigation
The helicopter pilot involved in the crash which killed NBA icon Kobe Bryant and seven others including his 13-year-old daughter Gianna violated flight standards and was likely disoriented by thick cloud, safety officials said.
Feb 9, 2021 18:43
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'Delete this': Uproar at 'f*cked up' list naming NBA's Bryant among 2020's richest dead just MONTHS after tragic helicopter crash
A celebrity death list that has named Kobe Bryant alongside the likes of Michael Jackson and Elvis Presley has been condemned by stunned readers, accusing financial site Forbes of disrespecting the late NBA star's name.
Nov 13, 2020 18:59
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