Kobe Bryant: Most Touching Moments Of His Tribute

2024 Author: Steven Freeman | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-12-17 08:15

Without a doubt, today will be remembered as one of the most emotional in basketball history. The impressive tribute to Kobe Bryant and his daughter Gianna, who died recently in a tragic helicopter accident along with seven other people, brought together thousands of fans and the closest members of his family and close friends.

During the event, the music and speeches of their loved ones continued. With emotions on the surface, many celebrities shared their feelings at the death of this legendary dad and her inseparable daughter.

Among sad memories and nice anecdotes, there was not a dry eye in the room. Here we share with you the most moving moments of the tribute, so if you continue reading, we recommend that you have a handkerchief on hand.

After seeing a video broadcast with highlights from the life of the Lakers star, the lucky ones who were able to attend the event witnessed a solemn Beyoncé singing her songs "XO" and "Halo". The first to speak was the popular driver Jimmy Kimmel, who also encouraged all attendees to introduce themselves to the people around them, shake hands or hug.

Barely able to hold back his tears, Jimmy recalled that: “everywhere you see his face, the number of his shirt, Gigi's face, his number, everywhere, at every street crossing… There are hundreds of murals that paint the walls created by artists who were inspired by him, not because he was a legendary basketball player, but because Kobe was an artist too. And this does not happen only here in LA, also throughout the country”and went on to list countless cities and countries where Kobe is still very present in everyone's mind.

"Even in Boston, for the love of God, places where they booed him during games, even there they miss him," said the friendly and moved driver, causing the smile of those present.

It was time then for Kobe Bryant's widow to speak, displaying enormous integrity.

After thanking the public for their attendance and the waste of love she is feeling in the face of her terrible loss, Vannesa said tearfully: “ God knew that here on earth they could not be one without the other … And he had to take them at once. Babe, take care of our Gigi. I take care of Natalia, Bianka and Capri. We still make the best team. We love and miss you, Booboo and Gigi. Rest in peace, have a good time in heaven until we meet again one day. We will love and miss them forever and ever… Mom.”

After other interventions, including that of Alicia Keys playing the famous Beethoven Moonlight sonata on the piano, the mythical Michael Jordan spoke and remembered Kobe, crying shamelessly as a child: “When Kobe Bryant passed away, a part of I died with him. "

“Kobe was a dear friend, he was like a little brother to me. People always want to compare us, but I just want to talk about Kobe. We have all had little brothers who always end up bugging you, now Kobe managed to have images of me crying again. - He exclaimed, alluding to his famous meme between the applause and the laughter of those present, including the one that caused Vannesa Byrant's face. - I told my wife! I do not want to go, because I do not want to see myself crying everywhere for the next two or three years!”- he assured, causing loud applause again.

But another moment was missing that made those present explode with laughter and was played by another great on the court, Shaquille O'Neal. He remembered that time the team was upset that Kobe didn't pass the ball long enough and Shaq told them he would talk to him.

So he went to Kobe and said in good manners: "Hey, Kobe, in the word team, there is no letter" I "(me)" To which the honoree replied: "Yes, but there is an ME, cabr- ". So he had no choice but to come back with his ears down and tell the team that, indeed, Kobe would still not pass the ball. "Mamba, you left too soon," added this other basketball legend.

After the Ave María, played by Christina Aguilera, the tribute ended with a selection of the best moments from the short Dear Basketball with which Kobe Bryant won an Oscar. Jerry West, Phil Jackson, Kareem Abdul Jabbar, Bill Russell and Pau Gasol were some of the well-known faces that were present at the tribute.