‘Heartbroken’: World reacts to Kobe’s death

Source: News Corp Australia Network:

January 26, 2020 at 15:10

The world has reacted with an outpouring of grief following the death of NBA legend Kobe Bryant.

The world has reacted with an outpouring of grief following shocking news of NBA legend Kobe Bryant’s death.NBA players, celebrities and the wider public took to social media to mourn the loss of the 41-year-old superstar, with many saying they were in “shock” and wished the news was false.

Please God don’t let this be real!! https://t.co/cOXyAehJgU
— Donovan Mitchell (@spidadmitchell) January 26, 2020

!!! https://t.co/uB5t8Emoib
— Thon Maker ™ (@ThonMaker14) January 26, 2020

I’m heartbroken. Kobe Bryant had so much more to share with the world. It was amazing seeing him transition into his post-playing career. We were only seeing the start with films, TV, his book, and simply being a father to his four daughters. Awful he’s been robbed of more life. pic.twitter.com/3wJa8OMLH5
— Kevin O'Connor (@KevinOConnorNBA) January 26, 2020

Devastated to hear the news on my friend @kobebryant passing. Prayers go out to his wife Vanessa and his children and the @Lakers family. pic.twitter.com/Oki9GkYEu5
— Dennis Rodman (@dennisrodman) January 26, 2020

As a born and raised Chicago guy, no one will ever surpass Jordan as the GOAT on the court. But off the court, Kobe was transforming lives and truly an innovative person. He was just starting off. Shocked to hear of his death today. #RIPKobe
— George Papadopoulos (@GeorgePapa19) January 26, 2020

A Los Angeles law enforcement source just confirmed for me that Kobe Bryant and 4 other people died this morning in a helicopter crash.

An unspeakable loss for his family, friends, Los Angeles, basketball.

No words. My God.
— Shaun King (@shaunking) January 26, 2020

Bryant died in a helicopter crash in Calabasas after a fire broke out on his private helicopter, TMZ first reported.

Emergency personnel responded, but all five people on-board were killed.

Bryant’s wife Vanessa was not among those on board. The pair have four children together.

The cause of the crash is under investigation. Authorities have not confirmed the identities of those killed.

Bryant starred for two decades with the Los Angeles Lakers, winning five championships and making 18 All-Star Games before retiring after the 2016 season.