Kobe Bryant: Mamba Forever
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- čas přidán 23. 08. 2024
- We remember Kobe and Gianna Bryant on the anniversary of their passing and discuss the strength the tragedy revealed in Lakers Nation...
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I still can’t watch anything with Kobe without crying like a baby. Legacy was tough for me. Miss you forever Kobe.
Can't believe it's been 3 years already. We truly lost a great one, much missed. His memory will live on forever. Legends never die.
It actually happened. Stop spreading false conspiracies.
Same, in my head it happened like 1, maybe 2 years ago, it's just so weird to think abt. Still hard to believe he's gone. RIP Mamba, Gianna and all those involved.
@@noob.168 screw you!
I was in my garage and remember it being a cool overcast day. My wife came out and told me what had happened and the first thing I said was “bull$hit, no f-king way”. After that I found out it wasn’t BS and I literally cried for Kobe, his daughter and for the others who passed away. RIP
My daughter stormed into my room...Kobe went like 3 generations in my family. My mom, daughter and I cried that entire day...cried for like a week.
RIP Kobe and Gigi 😭
3 years ago I was in NY visiting and that morning walking around, I saw an entire city stop in shock, along with me. I miss him. I wish they were all still here. 💜💛🐍♾️
The day that Kobe passed I was working retail at a bike shop and the news slowly started trickling in from other customers and employees. I literally could not believe it and was in a daze. When I got home and getting ready for bed the emotions started to hit me. I went to bed that night weeping. RIP Kobe, Gianna, John Altobelli, Keri Altobelli, Alyssa Altobelli, Christina Mauser, Sarah Chester, Payton Chester, and Ara Zobayan.
Hard to believe it’s been three years. It’s doesn’t feel real and the pain from that day is still there. Kobe and Gigi made such a big impact and had so much life ahead of us. They had a bright future ahead of them. We miss you Kobe and Gigi 💜💛!! Both of your legacy will live on forever!!
Don't forget the rest of the passengers that lost their lives as well..
The morning I found out, I cried out loud, it was like a beloved family member had died...knowing kids, his child, was by his side made the pain even more acute. I cry tonight for those who died that day, for Mamba and Mambacita.
Man, what a crazy roller coaster couple days around Kobe's passing. I'm from the UK and been a Laker fan since the start of the '07/08 season. Kobe was really one of the only players I knew in the beginning, and I gravitated to him immediately watching his MVP season. When we went up against the Celtics I didn't even realise there was this historic rivalry but after we lost to them, I hated them too.
In Oct 2010 I was lucky enough to see Kobe play 8 minutes in a pre season game here in the UK after recovering from all his injuries he played through in the finals to beat those damned Celtics. Thank you for those 8 minutes Kobe! Fast forward to 2020, I'm now a lifelong Laker fan, been through the ups and downs with them, even engaged to a girl from Kobe's home state of PA. I flew over a bunch to see my her and some friends there, at this point it's my home away from home.
Now, I have an absolutely terrible memory, but this I remember so clearly. It was January 25th, me, my fiance and my best mate all went out to Olive Garden together. We had our meal and as we're leaving I accidentally took a napkin, and as any Laker/Kobe or even just basketball fan period would do, I turn around, yell "Kobe!" And shoot the napkin like a basketball into a glass from about 15 feet away. That was the last time I did that classic move we all have done before, whether throwing a piece of paper in a bin or a napkin in a glass, we've all taken that spin around J while yelling "Kobe!". After Olive Garden, I witnessed history as LeBron passed Kobe on the all time scoring list. What a day that was, even though we lost the game against the 76ers, I was there with maybe 20,000 other people to see history be made live and in person. What other random kid from the UK can say they were at that game? I was living on cloud 9.
Of course, that all came crashing down the next day...
Now I know we all have our stories from that day, and I'm sure mine was like all of yours, I didn't believe it. I figured, even if it is true, it's Kobe, he'll walk out of the fiery hell-hole completely unscathed, dragging everyone else on his back. He was just THAT GUY. But, rather than dwell on that, what was, what could have been etc. I want to just say thank you all of Laker Nation, to me it's not just a Nation, it's worldwide, and Kobe brought that to me. R.I.P Mamba, thank you so much for the memories ❤️
Kobe was the definition of a role model inspiring millions to chase their dreams. When he died a piece of me died as well. As a father to a little girl myself, his and Gigi's deaths hit me hard and I'll never again play 2K as him out of respect. RIP Kobe and Gianna
Calling Kobe a role model is a stretch
Man!! Kobe helped me out so much man! He gave me so much motivation, the ability to focus on what’s important to me and most of all, to be the best I can be everyday. My favorite Kobe moment was actually when he was walking off the floor in 2008 when he lost to the Celtics. I remember seeing the determination in his eyes/walk that he was gonna come back better than ever. He than won B2B and that was the happiest moment of my life as a fan seeing him happy! He’s the best, he deserved the best. RIP!
I was at work when the news broke. Thinking it was a fake TMZ scare. But ultimately our worst fear was confirmed. I couldn’t stop crying. I still cry. Kobe was a hero, not just to the city of LA, but to the world. You will forever be missed, Bean. Thank you for being the example of hard work and determination. Say hi to Gigi for us. Go LakeShow, and as always Mamba Forever. 💜💛
I keep a photo of KB on my bulletin board at work with his quote about negative things actually being an opportunity to rise. Few people have inspired me as much in life. Thank you for everything, Kobe!
I remember that first alert and my heart skipped. My son worked at that water dept. and I asked him to check for confirmation. 😢
Kobe's death reminds us that he was human and that we are human. He was the kid from Philly who rose to stardom thru hard work and believing in himself. Kobe attained greatness in basketball and his personal life outside of basketball, in our memories he achieved almost god like status. He has reminded us of our human condition and that we can attain greatness if we strive to be the best we can be.
It’s like a loosing a close friend
It felt like we Watched him and grew together R.I.P. Mamba
I remember getting out of the shower like any other day. I got a phone call from my mom asking if I'm ok. I had no idea what she was talking about. Then she told me the horrible news that Kobe passed away. Like a lot of other people, I was in denial at first. So I turned on the TV and everything seemed normal. Until the normal broadcast was interrupted, and reports started coming in, confirming all of our worst fears about the news. It was like the whole world just stopped. I still get emotional and cry when I think about it. I have two daughters, so I can't even imagine what it was like for the families that lost loved ones that day. 💔 Prayers to all the families that lost loved ones in that horrible accident. 🙏🏼 Kobe and Gigi will live on forever in our hearts 💜 Thanks Trevor for being a blessing to Lakers Nation! You are much appreciated!
Bro, what a class act to put this together. We really are a world class organization and family! I've navigated through life as best as I could since it happened, but Kobe and Gigi's spirit still lives to this day, I'll randomly see 8, 24, 224, 823, I even just checked the time and it's 8:26PM! It's painful to watch some of these clips and go back to that pain, it's crazy to recall how devastating that day and time was. I'm just at peace knowing that his spirit lives on through the Laker Nation and Mamba Mentality. Lets freaking go y'all 2023! #MambaForever!
I remember the exact moment whenever my friend texted me about the horrible news. I was going with my brother to go play pickup soccer. I didn’t believe it was true and went on to play ball. Whenever I got back home, it was all over the news. It hasn’t been the same since. I try my best to honor what he stood for every single day. He will always be my GOAT. #RipKobe #RipGianna #Riptotheother7victims
He passed the date of my wife and I anniversary, so now, every 26th, I remember his passing and the other as well. I was fortunate to see him play twice here in Miami the year they won back to back. RIP black ⚫️ mamba 🐍
I think eventually he would’ve become the Lakers head coach in the future still hurts that he’s gone. I wanted to see him as an old man like Kareem.
Kobe as coach maybe but I wish he live a long life
So many memories Kobe was the Laker to get me more interested In Lakers back in the early 90s
Kobe Forever❤️
I cry every time I remember Kobe to this day 😢
Mamba forever... Still 😭. Love hearing Kobe stories from guys around the L. We'll all remember what we were doing that day. ❤️
I was never even a huge Kobe fan (even though I always respected how dope/great he was), but 3 years ago today when I heard the news I broke down and cried being a father with 2 girls myself (I know he has 3) and feeling so sad for his family and diehard fans. I was also loving Kobe’s post career also and starting to show more of his personality!
RIP Mamba GiGi and all the ppl who lost their life that day.😢
No idea why people can respect a rapist so much. It's unfortunate that there were good people that went down with him.
I was actually playing basketball that morning at my college gym and someone said “Kobe died” & literally everyone in the vicinity replied “Kobe who?” in disbelief 😢 #RIPMAMBA #RIPGIGI ❤
I’m Italian. Move to Orange County from Italy in 1995. Grow up watching showtime Lakers at 3.am in Italy. In 96 here comes Kobe growing up in Italy. Gathering family and friend every week. Joy, fun, inspiration. Game after game for 20 years. Living 15 minutes from Newport Coast. Never met the guy, but felt like I lost a family member. People die every day on freeways and of cancer. Can’t explain the deep connection without being connected at all…..
I had just returned from the hospital after 5 months of rehabilitation trying to learn to walk again. That's when I saw the morning news. It took me several hours of denial before it set in. I was a kid of the Showtime era, so I remember not believing any group of Lakers could measure up to that group. Then, Kobe came. *sigh* It's hard to put into words how I felt when he passed. He was at the pinnacle of life, and who knows how much higher he could have soared. That's the hardest part...the what ifs.
Kobe was more than an athlete. He was both inspirational and aspirational. He never limited himself on the court or in life. We knew he wasn't perfect, though he was always growing. Those of us who'd watched him from the beginning of his career also watched him grow into a man. He didn't hide his flaws through the lens of a publicist. Lastly, he was an all-time great player who oftentimes performed miracles on the floor and he let fans know he was doing it for us.
I was so devastated, like a part of me died, because I truly felt a connection with Kobe. His work ethic, his beliefs, even his sense of humor, but I was also the same age as him. I was definitely in denial for a while, cried for days. But what definitely helps is the mamba mentality book, I made sure to buy it and I've gained so much insight not only on his life but of my own life. To reflect and know that I can be better, and that I want to be is the key! But I know we all share that misery and grieve of the loss of him and his daughter. RIP Kobe and Gigi as well as the others!!
When I was in middle school I remember seeing someone with a Lakers backpack at my school it was Purple and Gold I didn't know exactly what that logo was it was my first time actually seeing it but it stood out to me and I liked it a lot.
So a few days later I'm flipping through the channel I come across channel 9 the Lakers were playing I knew it was the Lakers because of the colors of the jerseys, the jerseys colors were purple and gold I remember it was the same colors as the back pack that stood out to me so I kept watching the game and I remember watching Kobe play right away I fell in love with the way he played I became a die hard Lakers fan because of Kobe Bryant I was a kid at this time , I grew up wanting to be like him wearing his jerseys while I'm playing basketball on the streets counting down in my head 3... 2 .... 1 Kobe! So many great memories watching Kobe play man
I've been a die hard Lakers fan for 20 years and I always will be!
R.I.P Kobe!
8-24 🐍
Rest in Heaven to the King of LA Mr. Kobe Bryant, his beautiful daughter and Mambacita Gianna Bryant, the lost men and women in the tragic crash in Calabasas. Families lost their loved ones, a city lost its hero, but the heavens gained angels of grace. We Love You Kobe and the Bryant Family. Your spirit lives on!
Kobe's greatness and more will always be remembered. And it was beyond great how he wanted to help other people through the books he helped publish and other ways.
It was great that Matt and Trevor and Lakers Nation staff remembered Kobe today.
The accident was beyond sad. Thoughts and prayers for Kobe and his family and for the other people who passed in the accident 3 years ago 🙏
RIP to a Legend. Inspired millions
I was entering a cruise ship about to take our entrance pictures when my brother says Kobe died. I said naw he was just at the game last night. Then I glanced at my phone to see ESPN, BR, and other networks reporting it in my notifications.
Kobe was the perfect example of if you work hard , good things will come. Doesn’t mean it will come each and every time, but it will come. Whether you liked him or not we all learned and appreciated his Mamba Mentality.
3 years later and it still doesn't seem real. I still remember where I was and what I was doing when I found out. My mother texts me every year on this day to check in and express how she still wishes she could make it untrue and that it just doesn't seem real. In the more immediate aftermath I got a tribute tattoo. More recently I names my second son Kobe after Kobe "Bean" Bryant, my favorite player of all-time and the individual I think is the GOAT. I can't wait to share all my Kobe memories with my son, so he has an appreciation for his namesake. Since his passing (and after his memorial) I have not worn either of my Kobe jerseys. This past Christmas my wife had them framed and I think that is so perfect. Thank you all at Lakers Nation for all your hard work. I appreciate you.
-Jay
Both Kobe and Neil Peart are some of my biggest heroes that died that year. It was absolutely crushing in a year of pure chaos. I feel like there’s so much left to learn from them but they really showed it all already. Like Kobe’s pivot fade away he showed us how to pivot away from adversity into a better situation from where we were.
who?
@@MightbePettingmyCat he’s a classic rock drummer. A couple members of that band are also laker fans.
Can’t say it enough but rest in peace. Really mean it when we say gone but not forgotten 💜 💛
Kobe tore his Achilles shot two free throws and walked off the court, dislocated his finger had Gary vitti pop it back in place on the sideline and got back to the court. This man had so much heart, probably why us Laker fans are spoiled in our expectations of the players we have now. They got big shoes to fill
God Bless Kobe and his family. He was loved by the whole World.
Never forgetting where I was that day… MAMBA FOREVER 💜💛
3 years ago today the Lakers family lost its most loyal and prolific superstar!
R.I.P # 8/24 Kobe Bryant.
There will never, ever be anyone else like you, my friend. 😭
it will remain shock forever. it will never go away as we have all watched him since he was like 19. i have from 2000!
Kobe 4 ever
I was working on a project that sunday, suddenly I see the news, couldn't believe what I was hearing and seeing. I completely stopped doing what I was doing, picked my stuff and went back home. I was in denial that my idol was gone, the hero of many. He will always be eternal, his legacy and the message he delivered on everyone of us. Rip Kobe and Gigi and all the other victims. Mamba for life! 8/24 💜💛
R.I.P. Kobe. I'm glad that I got a chance to meet him once.
I was at home, had a rough start to the year, a crappy birthday, then 8 days later, this happened. It was the first thing I woke up to because my brother woke me up and told me. The year was already over as far as I was concerned. Loved the guy so much to have never met him in person. It still feels like it just happened and I'm still in total shock. I constantly talk about Laker basketball at work and always think of Kobe. Always thinking he and his daughter can't really be gone. Always having Vanessa and her family in my prayers. Basketball honestly hasn't felt the same since he left. R.I.P to them both. You'll always be with us.
I was putting together a shelf and got a text message from my buddy saying "I'm so sorry, dude." And, me being a Niner fan, I thought he meant someone from the Niners got hurt before the Super Bowl. Never in my life would I have thought this would be the case. I don't think it hit me until I was watching NBA TV and saw Brian Shaw break down where I was just started crying uncontrollably. Such a horrible day.
Thank you Trevor we will never forget Kobe Bean Bryant Rest in peace 🕊️ Love you brother🐍💜💛💜💛💜💛
I was on a cruise when I heard the news about Kobe. I was trying to not let the news bring down me and my girlfriend’s vacation but I remember crying that night before I went to bed. Kobe was dominant in the first nba game I went to and has always my favorite player 🐍🏆
R.I.P. to one of the most lethal scorers the league has ever had. There will definitely never be another Kobe "Black Mamba" Bryant. And his daughter Gigi had so much promise and was just like her dad. We Miss You Guys. Love, Laker Nation💜 💛
Still can’t believe it. I didn’t know him personally but felt like I lost a brother cuz I grew watching and playing bell the same time he did. #ripmamba
I miss Kobe so much!!! He was so inspirational!
3 years ago my brother called me crying, i didn't believe him because it felt like just another day, that it was impossible, it happened.. Love always ❤️
REST IN POWER,MAMBA !!!😇❤️.
The world was never the same after our hero died. Mamba and Mambacita forever!
It was like he was a member of my family. I watched him for his whole career was so sad. Prayers are with you, Vanessa and the girls.
I was in the Bahamas at a photoshoot. Some of the girls mentioned it and I told them to stop making jokes. Ended up driving from the shoot in a puddle of tears listening to kobe highlights reels with music in the background. One of the only role models i had in life. Rip mamba.
I love you kobe Rest In Peace Mamba & Mambacita 😪💜💛
Man! Still in shock from his passing, forever missed 😪
Yes RIP Kobe Bryant we do miss you a lot so many memories favorite and the greatest player of all time
Still feels unreal...
Still can't believe it still that he is gone with other family that we all lost 💔
In 2020 I First started watching the nba when Kobe Bryant past away I didn’t know much about him then I watched his Highlights against Utah Jazz in his Last nba game and Kobe Scored 81 points and I was like wow what a player he was
Man Kobe was my HERO. I legit morned him for a couple days after. I hadn't felt those type of emotions since my dad passed away. Granted the emotions weren't as strong as the ones I had for my dad, but it's crazy that they felt similar. It's crazy to think about how much someone you never met can mean to you. He will always in my opinion be the most Skilled player in NBA history. You could argue he's not the GOAT based on awards and championships, but in my mind he is the greatest basketball player ever. RIP Kobe, love you man.
Rip Kobe and Gigi still breaks my heart till this day rip to the rest of the families that lost their lives that day we think about y’all too ❤❤❤❤
You will not be forgotten kobe.
Kobe and Gia Bryant embodied Selfless Acts with such a commitment to excellence! I know they're in a Better Place however my Memories of them both will forever be engrained in My Heart! God rest Your Soul's! 🙏🙏
Still hard to process Frr, I remember it like it was yesterday 😢🤦🏽♂️. LEGEND FOREVER… Forever my goat, Kobe Bean Bryant, The Black Mamba💯🙏🏽🐍💜💛🕊️. MAMBA FOREVER #2 #8 #24 . RIP to the others who lost their lifes too🕊️🙏🏽🙏🏽
Love you and miss you Kobe & Gigi I dedicate my my entire high school basketball career for Kobe, I played my heart out I couldn't take in shape enough to make a huge difference on the team but it was for you Kobe 😭😭😭😭💯
RIP Kobe B. 🙏
First of all and always, I wake up everyday and thank God for another day on earth! Today's unfortunate anniversary of the passing of Kobe Bryant is a perfect example as to why it is important to continue to do this without fail.
R.I.P # 8/24. You will always be," the", Laker and you will always be in my hearts and in my prayers.
Kobe is gone but all the good he stood for is alive and well. On his last day, he was so thoughtful in his spirituality. He met his church leader and even called the son of Shaquille O'Neal on his last day. Everyone that passed left a beautiful impact on all of our lives like a gift from LordGodJesusChrist. Lakers, forever!
That fateful day, which is forever embedded in my memory, started during a meaningless NFL all-star game where after the commercial, there was a picture of Kobe with the dates 1978-2020, and I'm like, what the hell does that mean? That's what you see when someone has died, and Kobe certainly did not seem to be a possible candidate for that! Kobe cannot, could not, and would not die! He seemed as alive, in legend and fact, as anyone on earth. And that is where the reality of life sunk in, that no matter who we are, we are all vulnerable, for in the end, our hearts are but sands' of clay in the dust.
We can only live in the complete awareness that Kobie's spirit has been set free and is now engaged with still helping as many people in the Astral plane, just like he did here. He will never quit, for he was from Philly, a true warrior of the heart who would only take it out and eat it in front of you if you were an opponent. He, like all Laker fans, liked being a champion, and we will be forever blessed for his contribution to that. Metaphorically, all Lakers fans were holding up Larry O'Brien trophy to the ceiling right along with him in the five he gave us. But he gave the world so much more, for that was Kobie. He will be loved forever.
Rest in Peace Mamba & Gigi, forever. One of the worst days of my life 3 years ago.
I remember the look on everyone's face in the grocery store, as I was being given the horrific news over the phone some people were looking at me with sad eyes nodding as if to say "it's true" like they knew exactly what I had been just told. The butcher came from behind the counter to ask me was it true. Me and my daughter left immediately with groceries still in the cart,I cried like a baby in my truck for about 20 minutes nonstop as my daughter tried to comfort me. I'll never forget how sad I was that day😔😢
R.I.P KOBE AND GIGI 2 x 24 WE LOVE YOU KOBE YOUR OUR GOAT FOREVER!! ALWAYS IN OUR HEARTS GOD BLESS YOU 🙏🏾💛💜💯
KObe will always be in our hearts!
Kobe's photo is my screensaver.. gives me motivation everyday
God bless everyone who is still having a hard time and grieving. Yes time has passed but even time cannot pass fast enough to forget the unforgettable KOBE “GOAT” BRYANT and his beautiful daughter Gianna. We miss you
Rip Kobe, Gia.....24/8 a champion, a leader, a inspiration❣️🌷💕😒😘
I am from the Phillippines. I remember that day so vividly. January 27th was my son's birthday and I needed to sleep early that night (26th) but I could not. 5:30 AM and still wide awake, tossing and turning on my bed. When I woke up around 9:30AM and checked my phone , THAT was when I knew why. Kobe died. My heart hurts until now. I grew up watching him and will forever love Lakers because of him. RIP Legend.
Still feeling hurt but very thankful to have grown up with him! Always hug your loved ones ❤
For me It was a day I will never forget. I saw on my phone Kobe Killed. I figured it was a headline Kobe Killed it last night at the Oscars etc. When I finally opened my phone and read the headline, I ran to the TV and sat there STUNNED!!! I didn't notice until you said something Trevor about Lakers Nation and sticking together. I contacted all my Laker Nation Family after his death. I never realized how together we were until this happened and watching the coverage all week long on TV was incredible, never seen soo many people crying!!! I will never forget what my friend stated Laker Nation is hurting today. So on this tragic day I say here's to Lakers Nation!!! We are strong!!! Keep the Mamba Mentality!
Damn this is always the toughest part of the year. Toughest video of the year
🙏🙏🙏🕊🕊🕊🕊🌹🌹🌹🌹. RIP to Kobe, Gigi and all the victims. Just like a really close family member, I don't think I'll ever totally get over the tragedy 😔
Proud to be part of the Laker Nation!💜💛
Mamba Forever... I miss you Kobe! You're one of my childhood hero alongside Lebron...
*Kobe flew over my home in Calabasas when it happened . It’ll hurt for me and the others that live in that area tremendously as well*
RIP to a legend.
Woke up to hella phone calls and I finally answered my best friend and he said in the calmest voice “Bro , Kobe died” I said no way and hung up… and when I turned on the news I prolly cried for 2 hours no lie … Rest In Paradise 🐍
I was living in Malaysia at the time and was back in the states for a short visit; I had the tv on at my parents house and the lower thirds popped up saying Kobe had reportedly died along with Gianna and others in a helicopter crash. I read it and said “nope, impossible.” It wasn’t till other news agencies started reporting that it sunk in… Kobe’s ability to seemingly Will his way through any situation and how he could tune out his critics always inspired me growing up. He was literally one of the most hated athletes, especially after the Colorado incident, but by the end he turned his haters into fans. I teared up writing this but I’m happy to know people around the world are striving to be better today because of Kobe’s impact.
Remember 80 point game and his last game of some of the best
a legend and mindset that will live on forever💜🤞🏽
RIP Kobe
RIP Goat 🐐
GREATEST LAKER THAT EVER BEEN
The greatest closer after MJ too but to me Kobe is my goat always!!
kobe Bryant was my idol growing up miss him so much but I'll never forget the black mamba rest in power