Kobe latest news

Kobe Bryant, the legendary basketball player, tragically passed away on January 26, 2020, in a helicopter crash in Calabasas, California. Since then, there have been many tributes, memorials, and updates related to his life and legacy. Here are some of the latest news and updates:

Recent News:

  1. Kobe Bryant's widow, Vanessa, files lawsuit against helicopter company: In August 2020, Vanessa Bryant filed a lawsuit against Island Express Helicopters, the company that owned the helicopter that crashed, alleging that the pilot was negligent and that the company was responsible for the accident.
  2. Kobe Bryant's daughter, Gianna, to be honored with a scholarship: In September 2020, the Mamba & Mambacita Sports Foundation, founded by Kobe and Vanessa Bryant, announced that they would be establishing a scholarship in Gianna's name to support young girls in sports.
  3. Kobe Bryant's jersey numbers retired by the Los Angeles Lakers: In October 2020, the Los Angeles Lakers retired both of Kobe's jersey numbers (8 and 24) in a ceremony at the Staples Center.
  4. Kobe Bryant's book, "The Mamba Mentality," becomes a bestseller: In November 2020, Kobe's book, "The Mamba Mentality: How I Played the Game," became a bestseller, with proceeds going to the Mamba & Mambacita Sports Foundation.

Tributes and Memorials:

  1. Kobe Bryant's memorial service held at Staples Center: In February 2020, a public memorial service was held at the Staples Center in Los Angeles to honor Kobe's life and legacy.
  2. Kobe Bryant's jersey retired by the NBA: In April 2020, the NBA retired Kobe's jersey numbers (8 and 24) league-wide, making him the 34th player in NBA history to have his number retired.
  3. Kobe Bryant's statue unveiled at Staples Center: In October 2020, a statue of Kobe was unveiled outside the Staples Center, featuring him in his iconic "Mamba" pose.

Other Updates:

  1. Kobe Bryant's wife, Vanessa, opens up about grief and healing: In an interview with Good Morning America in September 2020, Vanessa Bryant spoke about her grief and the process of healing after Kobe's passing.
  2. Kobe Bryant's daughter, Natalia, speaks out about her father's legacy: In an interview with People Magazine in October 2020, Natalia Bryant, Kobe's eldest daughter, spoke about her father's legacy and how he continues to inspire her.

These are just a few of the latest news and updates related to Kobe Bryant's life and legacy. His memory continues to inspire and motivate people around the world.