Chrissy Teigen, Bella Hadid, and More React to the Death of Basketball Legend Kobe Bryant
On Sunday, the world lost one of the best basketball players of all time, Kobe Bryant, in a helicopter crash in Calabasas, Calif. He was 41.
In light of the tragic news, celebrities — including Vanessa Hudgens, Chrissy Teigen, and Katie Holmes — flocked to social media to pay their respects to the sports star, his family, and undeniable athletic talent. During Bryant's 20-year career in the NBA, he won five championships, two Olympic gold medals, and landed 4th on the league's all-time scoring list.
Scroll below to read the heartwarming tributes in honor of Kobe's untimely passing.
Bella Hadid
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Vanessa Hudgens
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Ciara
This news is heartbreaking. I am lost for words. Praying for Vanessa and the Bryant family at this sad and difficult time. Rest In Paradise Young Legend. Heaven has gained another angel. 🙏🏽 pic.twitter.com/kkRwtXa5Yc
— Ciara (@ciara) January 26, 2020
Pharrell Williams
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 (@Pharrell) January 26, 2020
Tom Brady
We miss you already Kobe ❤️❤️🙏🏼🙏🏼
— Tom Brady (@TomBrady) January 26, 2020
Chrissy Teigen
I cannot believe this is real. My god. Oh my god.
— christine teigen (@chrissyteigen) January 26, 2020
Downtown right now and nothing feels more unimportant than what we are doing today. This is absolutely terrible. Everyone is numb.
— christine teigen (@chrissyteigen) January 26, 2020
Tia Mowry
OMG! I can’t I’m crying hysterically! We just saw you in your car! 🥵
A post shared by TiaMowry (@tiamowry) on Jan 26, 2020 at 11:52am PST
John Legend
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
Busy Philipps
I'm literally shocked. Sending prayers and love to Kobe's family, especially Vanessa and their four daughters.
— Busy Philipps (@BusyPhilipps) January 26, 2020
Katie Holmes
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Arianna Huffington
Shocked and saddened about the tragic death of Kobe Bryant. His mantra was “live today to inspire tomorrow” and he inspired millions. My heart goes out to his beloved family. pic.twitter.com/f25D74QzR5
— Arianna Huffington (@ariannahuff) January 26, 2020
Storm Reid
Somebody who embodied pure talent and humility. ♥️
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Tiffany Haddish
This one is very painful. Rest in Peace King. I am praying for his Family. 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
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Kylie Jenner
at loss for words right now. praying for this beautiful family.
A post shared by Kylie ✨ (@kyliejenner) on Jan 26, 2020 at 1:03pm PST
Taylor Swift
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 (@taylorswift13) January 26, 2020
Octavia Spencer
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Mindy Kaling
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Kris Jenner
I don’t have the words. Every ounce of my heart is with you, Vanessa. 💔
A post shared by Kris Jenner (@krisjenner) on Jan 26, 2020 at 1:13pm PST
Donald Trump
Reports are that basketball great Kobe Bryant and three others have been killed in a helicopter crash in California. That is terrible news!
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) January 26, 2020
Reese Witherspoon
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 (@ReeseW) January 26, 2020
Drake
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Barack Obama
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 (@BarackObama) January 26, 2020
