By Wonderwall.com Editors
9:18am PST, Jan 27, 2020
Kobe Bryant, 41, tragically died in a helicopter crash in Calabasas, California, on Jan. 26, 2020, according to TMZ and ESPN, which also confirmed that one of his four daughters, 13-year-old Gianna, was also killed in the shocking accident. The NBA great and his little girl, a promising athlete herself, leave behind wife and mother Vanessa and daughters and sisters Natalia, Bianca and Capri, who was born in June 2019. Keep reading to see how Hollywood is mourning the basketball legend…
"My reaction is the same as almost all of L.A. Where we think everything's solid, there's a big hole in the wall. I was used to seeing and talking to Kobe that… it kills you. It's just a terrible event. I sat right behind his jump shot on the left hand side. I can see him going up and I can tell the first instant if it's going in," Nicholson added. "I remember the totality of how great a player he was… We'll think of him all the time and we'll miss him." –Jack Nicholson, via CBS Los Angeles.
"Kobe was a legend on the court and just getting started in what would have been just as meaningful a second act. To lose Gianna is even more heartbreaking to us as parents. Michelle and I send love and prayers to Vanessa and the entire Bryant family on an unthinkable day." –Barack Obama
"Kobe was truly larger than life, a legend. May he and all those who lost their lives today rest in peace. Love and condolences to his family. LA will never be the same." —Leonardo DiCaprio
"My heart is in pieces hearing the news of this unimaginable tragedy. I can't fathom what the families are going through. Kobe meant so much to me and to us all. Sending my prayers, love, and endless condolences to Vanessa and the family and anyone who lost someone on that flight." —Taylor Swift
"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
"Family. As I scrolled through Kobe's feed, and Alex and I talk memories and moments we remember about him … this is the truth that rings out the loudest … family is what matters most. We are all feeling sadness from this loss, but all I can think of is that it is a grain of sand compared to what Vanessa must going through right now. I am sending all of my love and praying for you, your children and the other families involved in today's tragic turn of events. The most unfair thing in life is to lose a child and husband on the same day. Vanessa, I pray for your strength and that God guides you each step of the way through this unimaginable heartbreak. To the other families who are suffering from this unthinkable tragedy, may God be with you all. Kobe you meant so much to so many and we will miss you forever. Thank you for your work ethic, your inspiration and your heart."–Jennifer Lopez
"There are no real words to convey the depth of my sadness. Love and strength to Kobe's entire family and to the families of all who were lost in today's crash." —Halle Berry
"There's no words to express the pain Im going through with this tragedy of loosing my neice Gigi & my brother@kobebryant I love u and u will be missed. My condolences goes out to the Bryant family and the families of the other passengers on board. IM SICK RIGHT NOW" –Shaquille O'Neal
"A true gladiator in our life time. You will be forever embedded in our memories, our childrens memories, and generations to come. @kobebryant" –Wyclef Jean
"We miss you already Kobe" –Tom Brady
"Like everyone, I'm stunned and saddened by the news about Kobe Bryant. My heart is broken for his wife and family." —Ellen Degeneres
"Kobe, We love you brother. We're praying for your family and appreciate the life you've lived and all the inspiration you gave" —Kanye West
"Just devastated to hear about #KobeBryant. An extraordinary athlete, and a genuinely kind, wonderful man. Sending love, prayers & compassion to his family. To his entire @NBA family as well." —Reese Witherspoon
"RIP KOBE , SO SAD , SUCH A SAD DAY N SAD NEWS , WE LOVE U" –ASAP Rocky
"Shocked and heartbroken. Way too soon. Rest In Peace & Power, Legend- being a fan of yours brought so much joy to my life. Sending my love, strength, and deepest condolences to the sweet Bryant family. 💛" —Gigi Hadid
"The world lost a giant today Rest In Peace Kobe Bryant. Also praying for the other passengers that we lost and their families." –Pharrell Williams
"at loss for words right now. praying for this beautiful family." — Kylie Jenner
"Oh my god… I cant believe it…this is so devastating." —Jessica Alba
"I'm devastated. Right down the street. My heart goes out to the family and all of us. #legend #KobeBryant" –Melissa Etheridge
"Devastated!!!! 💔. May Gods spirit be with his family and all the the families of all the souls lost in this terrible tragedy.. #kobebryant 🙏🏾 rest in heaven" –Cedric The Entertainer
"I was holding out hoping that it wasn't true ! Lord his daughter too. #kobebryant #giannabryant" —Jennifer Hudson
"My heart goes out to @kobebryant's family #RIP" –Danny Trejo
"R.I.P. Kobe Bryant this is so sad I can't believe it" –Juicy J
"My 818 buddies and I all sick over Kobe. 'Days are not promised,' said Jason. And he's right. Grateful to be alive. Warmth and comfort to all with lost loved ones…" —Joseph Gordon-Levitt
"It can't be. You always encouraged me mamba. Gave me me some of the best quotes that we smile about to this day.! Love you man!" —Justin Bieber
"Such tragic news. #KobeBryant #RIP" –Nathalie Emmanuel
"#KobeBryant you were the greatest. You made our city and the rest of the world so proud. Every basketball fan knew the magnificence of the Mamba. Love and healing to Vanessa and those little girls. God, this is just the worst ever." —Mindy Kaling
"Can't breathe ..just heard the tragic news of @kobebryant so terribly sad ..love to all who knew and or loved him" –Kirstie Alley
"I am completely speechless and devastated at the unexpected passing of my dear friend, @kobebryant. Kobe had a big heart and an even bigger love for the community of Los Angeles. Through his foundation, he changed the lives of so many people and families with his wife, Vanessa." –Paula Abdul
"Shocked and saddened to hear about Kobe Bryant. To us in Philly he was one of ours. His loss will be felt throughout the city. #ripkobe" –M. Night Shyamalan
"completely numb. RIP kobe bryant. praying for your family" –Chloe x Halle
"I know everyone has a 'kobe story' and for good reason… He was an incredible human being. My story with him is the same – one of generosity and kindness. He went out of his way for me and so many others. Heartbroken. You and your entire family are in our thoughts and prayers." –Jillian Michaels
"My heartGoes Out To Kobe's Family,Friends,Fans. It's SO HARD To Deal With The Death Of a GREAT STAR,Because We Feel As If We Knew Them Personally.Kobe Bryant Was a GREAT ATHLETE,& All Of America Will Feel His Loss. The worl Has Lost a Bright Light" –Cher
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"So incredibly sad and heartbreaking. Praying for you @vanessabryant and your beautiful family. May you Rest In Peace Kobe and Gianna and all others on board." —Kim Zolciak-Biermann
"So devastating to hear about #KobeBryant" —Lea Michele
"Let's respect this man @kobebryant and not compare his death to anyone's. Allow his moment to be his and of those that lost their lives today." –Dascha Polanco
"My hometown of Los Angeles has lost a sports legend, Kobe Bryant, who was killed along with his 13-year old daughter Gianna in a helicopter crash today. My heart is with their family on the news of this tragic accident." –George Takei
"What sudden & tragic news. We just lost one of the greatest players of all time. Hold your loved ones close! Prayers for #KobeBryant's family" –Marie Osmond
"I can't believe the legend is gone. Doesn't seem real that a man that big in spirit could b touched. Reminds us that we're ALL on borrowed time. RIP #Kobe We love you. #Legend #KobeBryant" —Hayden Panettiere
"Tragedy. No words.Mamba… gone.Laker Nation… my condolences.RIP #KobeBryant… legend. #Lakers" –Billy Baldwin
"So so sad!!! RIP #kobebryant he was always so gracious! Prayers for his family" –Garcelle Beauvais
"Heartbroken. Prayers up for his soul, the others int the crash and his beautiful family. Ugh. The world just doesn't seem right. Hug your loved ones friends. Don't wait to tell them you love them. Yá Bahá'u'l-Abhá. #KobeBryant" –Justin Baldoni
"Rest in peace Kobe Bryant, one of the greatest basketball players of all-time (1978-2020).my heart goes out to his wife and children , praying for them and the other families who have lost loved ones in this terrible tragic accident #KobeBryant" –Roma Downey
"As I sit here in shock And in mourning over the loss of the #great #kobebryant … my heart goes out to his children and his wife and his whole family. Life is so fragile… everyday is a gift… we always must try to treat it as such. #godbless you Kobe. #rip #mamba4life 🙏🏼❤️" –Joey Lawrence
"Loss of the great. May we all grieve in love and respect. For what he brought. For his family." –Selma Blair
"na, this cant be real.. Rest In Peace Kobe Bryant man wow" –Rome Flynn
"RIP @kobebryant Just an unimaginable loss. Prayers for his family. We were all graced by his talent and humanity." –Tony Goldwyn
"So hearing the news about Kobe Bryant's death completely broke my heart… not because we lost a champion which he definitely will always be… but because his family lost a husband, father & son!! We often use phrases like, 'Tomorrow is not promised'… for real for real it is NOT!!! Sending #love to the entire Bryant family ❤️
-Hug your loved ones a little tighter..
-Let people know you love them…
-Let go of anger & grudges…" –Keshia Knight Pulliam
"Speechless…. #KobeBryant" –Val Chmerkovskiy
"I'm sick to my stomach RIP #KobeBryant" –Monique Samuels
"Shocking news to hear about the legend Kobe Bryant. Speechless." –Gregg Sulkin
"Just heard the incredibly devastating news about the loss of a legend, #KobeBryant. A friend of our family, we will remember him dearly." –Adrienne Maloof
"kobe bryant… pleaaaase no. this can't be real" –Bazzi
"Kept hoping I wasn't hearing this correctly…devastating. Thinking about his family & all families involved.. #ripkobe #KobeBryant" –Jill Hennessy
"He was great,charismatic & among the hardest-working athletes ever,but what impressed me most was how deeply-involved Kobe was with his 4 daughters. Pray for them, Vanessa, his parents & his fellow passengers' families on this sad and shocking day. We will never forget you Kobe" —Jimmy Kimmel
"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
"RIP Kobe, hero to many including my grandson, extraordinary athlete and always kind to me & my family. My deepest condolences to his family" –Whoopi Goldberg
"I'm literally shocked. Sending prayers and love to Kobe's family, especially Vanessa and their four daughters." —Busy Philipps
"This is heartbreaking. Rest In Peace Kobe." —Nick Jonas
"This Kobe Bryant news is gut wrenching. His poor family. So upsetting…." —Bethenny Frankel
"heart broken. chest tight. chills. childhood hero. inspiration on so many levels. if you know me, you know. i modeled my music career after watching you master your basketball craft & for that i'm forever in debt. thank you. RIP Kobe Bryant #8 #24" –6lack
"I am in shock over the tragic news of Kobe's and Gianna's passing. Words can't describe the pain I'm feeling. I loved Kobe — he was like a little brother to me. We used to talk often, and I will miss those conversations very much. He was a fierce competitor, one of the greats of the game and a creative force. Kobe was also an amazing dad who loved his family deeply — and took great pride in his daughter's love for the game of basketball. Yvette joins me in sending my deepest condolences to Vanessa, the Lakers organization and basketball fans around the world." –Michael Jordan
"My heart goes out to Vanessa. Completely devastating. I know how much he LOVED his family and children! Just devastating…. God bless Kobe and Gianna and family. Heartbroken!" –Viola Davis
"Can't stop thinking about this. Look at these beautiful smiles 💔sending all my love to Vanessa and her kids and the other families that lost loved ones today. Truly heartbreaking and unfair." —Hilary Duff
"💔Unreal. Beyond devastating. No words…." –Snoh Aalegra
"My heart is so heavy. No one should ever experience what Vanessa is going through. This has affected us all so much but I cannot begin to imagine what Vanessa is feeling losing her husband and baby girl. I cry just thinking's about it. I am praying for their family and everyone's families who perished in this unthinkable tragedy. Rest In Peace Legend" —Kim Kardashian West
"sadly, i never personally knew you, but knowing i'm capable of all these emotions for someone i only knew from a far makes me feel more human than ever. you had the magical ability of bringing people together, through sports and through your soul. we feel you so heavily today, i know you can feel us too. rest peacefully Kobe, Gigi and the rest of the passengers we lost today. my heart truly goes out to all the families. give a big hug to the people you love today and always" —Kendall Jenner
"Live life to the fullest – like tomorrow is not promised. @kobebryant the world is a better place because you were in it. 💔" –Billy Porter
"So tragic. You've set an example for all of us Kobe. Thank you for the heart, soul and work that you've done to allow us a glimpse of what it means to truly be great." –Noah Centineo
