Celebrity Reactions to Kobe Bryant's Death

Drake

Drake posted an Instagram photo of himself at the 2016 NBA All-Star game, writing, "😤😔🥺 it can't be."

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Tony Parker

"I'm heartbroken by this news, you were a true legend, and friend. Rest In Peace @kobebryant," Tony wrote on Twitter. "My thoughts and prayers to his wife and kids. #legend #mamba #goat."

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Dwyane Wade

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Scottie Pippen

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Justin Bieber

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Tristan Thompson

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Kevin Hart

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Michael Eric Dyson

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Jamie Foxx

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Alongside a photo of Kobe and his family, Jamie paid tribute to him on Instagram, writing, "Just can't take this one. Sending up prayers to your beautiful family. This hurt for a lifetime... @kobebryant you will be missed for eternity. REST IN POWER."

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Kevin Love

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Andre Drummond

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"Rip @kobebryant 😔," Andre tweeted. "Doesn't feel real.... my heart goes out to his family and loved ones 🦋."

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Olivia Munn

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Ric Bucher

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Dennis Rodman

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The Rockets and Nuggets

The teams held a moment of silence before their game on Sunday.

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Demi Lovato

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Taylor Swift

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Vin Diesel

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Shaquille O'Neal

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"There are 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," Shaq wrote on Instagram. "I love you and you will be missed. My condolences goes out to the Bryant family and the families of the other passengers on board. IM SICK RIGHT NOW !"

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Pau Gasol

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Barack Obama

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Kanye West

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Trae Young

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Emmanuel Mudiay

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Alex Rodriguez

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Alex penned a heartfelt tribute on Instagram that reads as follows:

"My heart hurts so much right now. I still can't wrap my head around this. How can it be? I learned so much from Kobe Bryant. He was naturally gifted, but had a passion for basketball like no one else I've ever seen. His work ethic was impeccable and his stress on mastering the fundamentals is what elevated him to the player he was. I've never met anyone more focussed with a myopic approach. He didn't pursue approval, affirmation or adulation. He pursued excellence and process. He followed my career and would often call to help with my health, daily routine ... and would even chime in about hitting techniques. He was a role model to me, and millions around the world.

We met as teenagers. We followed similar paths. We went from high school to the pros and our baby girls grew up together. People don't know this, but he was my secret coach. He pushed me and motivated me, especially toward the end of my career when I needed him most. He was always there. Even after our playing days, he was there for me. He attended @Jlo's last show in Vegas. He appeared on TheCorp podcast.

I last saw him a few months ago. I will remember what he told me about how much he loved Vanessa and his girls, and that he continued to say no to 99 percent of offers, choosing instead to spend as much time with his family as possible.

I will remember his greatness. I will remember his guidance. I will remember his friendship. I will remember that he made me a better person.

His 13-year-old daughter Gianna was following in her Dad's footsteps. She was kind, smart, caring and going to be a star.

Rest in peace, Kobe. Rest in peace, GiGi. My heart and prayers go out to the Bryant family and the passengers' families."

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Tom Brady

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Paula Abdul

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The singer shared a photo of her hugging Kobe on Twitter writing, "I am completely speechless and devastated at the unexpected passing of my dear friend, @kobebryant. Kobe had a big heart and an even bigger love for the community of Los Angeles. Through his foundation, he changed the lives of so many people and families with his wife, Vanessa."

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Jimmy Kimmel

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Michael Jordan

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Michael Jordan released a statement shortly after Kobe's death writing, "I am in shock over the tragic news of Kobe's and Gianna's passing. Words can't describe the pain I'm feeling. I loved Kobe — he was like a little brother to me. We used to talk often, and I will miss those conversations very much. He was a fierce competitor, one of the greats of the game and a creative force. Kobe was also an amazing dad who loved his family deeply — and took great pride in his daughter's love for the game of basketball. Yvette joins me in sending my deepest condolences to Vanessa, the Lakers organisation and basketball fans around the world."

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David Beckham

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David shared a lengthy post on Instagram writing, "It's taken me hours to work out what to write and still my words won't ever be enough to describe how I am feeling after the tragic loss of Kobe. This was one special athlete, husband, father and friend. Having to write these words is hard enough but also knowing we have lost an amazing human being and his beautiful and talented daughter Gianna is heartbreaking. The commitment Kobe showed to his sport was inspiring, to go through the pain and to finish a game off like only he could inspired me to try to be better. Sometimes I would only go to games just to watch that clock go down to the last 2:00 minutes knowing that we were about to witness something special. Kobe always talked about Vanessa and his beautiful girls and how proud he was of them. Kobe's passion was his family and basketball. He was determined to inspire the next generation of boys and girls to embrace the sport that he loved. His legacy will live on. My family's love and prayers go out to Vanessa and the girls, to Kobe's basketball family, and of course to the families of those who were tragically lost with him yesterday... 💛💜"

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Jennifer Lopez

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Jennifer posted a heartfelt tribute on Instagram alongside photos of her and Kobe's family over the years. "Family. As I scrolled through Kobe's feed, and Alex and I talk memories and moments we remember about him . . . this is the truth that rings out the loudest . . . family is what matters most," she wrote. "We are all feeling sadness from this loss, but all I can think of is that it is a grain of sand compared to what Vanessa must going through right now. I am sending all of my love and praying for you, your children and the other families involved in today's tragic turn of events. The most unfair thing in life is to lose a child and husband on the same day. Vanessa, I pray for your strength and that God guides you each step of the way through this unimaginable heartbreak. To the other families who are suffering from this unthinkable tragedy, may God be with you all. Kobe you meant so much to so many and we will miss you forever. Thank you for your work ethic, your inspiration and your heart. #hero #legend #husband #father 😢🙏🏼💔"

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Drake

Tony Parker

Dwyane Wade

Scottie Pippen

Justin Bieber

Tristan Thompson

Kevin Hart

Michael Eric Dyson

Jamie Foxx

Kevin Love

Andre Drummond

Olivia Munn

Ric Bucher

Dennis Rodman

The Rockets and Nuggets

Demi Lovato

Taylor Swift

Vin Diesel

Shaquille O'Neal

Pau Gasol

Barack Obama

Kanye West

Trae Young

Emmanuel Mudiay

Alex Rodriguez

Tom Brady

Paula Abdul

Jimmy Kimmel

Michael Jordan

David Beckham

Jennifer Lopez

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