Celebrities all over the world have been thrown onto a state of mourning following the news of Kobe Bryant’s sudden death.
The Herald earlier reported that American Basketball legend,Kone Bryant died in a helicopter crash alongside his 13-year-old daughter, Gianni.
Prominent people have taken to social media to react to the devastating news;
@Barackobama
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.
@eugenegu
President Obama is our moral Commander-in-chief during unimaginable heartbreaking times like this. Thank you, Mr. President, for helping us through this as a nation.
@FLOTUS (Melania Trump)
Thoughts and prayers to the family of #Kobe Bryant and those who lost loved ones in today’s tragic crash. Rest In Peace.
@RepAdamScniff
I join the rest of Los Angeles in mourning the tragic death of Kobe Bryant, his daughter, and others.
One of the greatest basketball players of all time, Kobe had a grace and athleticism unmatched in the NBA.
My prayers are with his family and friends, and all Lakers fans.
@BKoepka
Kobe Bryant was my HERO growing up. Even to this day he was an inspiration to the way I approached things. I woke up every day and saw this quote every time I opened my phone. His mentality motivated me not only in hard times but throughout my whole life. RIP, Kobe.
@shaq
“There’s no words to express the pain I’m going through now with this tragic and sad moment of loosing my neice Gigi & my friend, my brother, my partner in winning championships, my dude and my homie.”
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@GavinNewsorm
Today, the world lost a legend.
Kobe Bryant’s 20 year career with the @Lakers raised the bar for every player. He willed his team to triumphs. Competed with unparalleled ferocity. Defied the odds. Simply put — he was an icon.
Our hearts go out to his family and fans.
@eugenegu
All of America is shocked and so heartbroken over Kobe Bryant’s death. It’s an even tougher double blow to hear that his daughter Gigi was also on board the same helicopter.
@nickjonas
Praying for the entire Bryant family and loved ones during this tragic time.