NBA Players, Celebrities + Social Media Reacts To The Passing Of Kobe Bryant

Kobe Bryant promotes his book "Training Camp (The Wizenard Series #1)" at Barnes & Noble Union Square on March 20

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Prayer up!

A sad day for sports fans, and the culture as one of the greatest NBA players of all time, Kobe Bryant, has passed way.

Winning  5 NBA championships, Kobe made 18 All-Star teams during his 20 career with the Lakers. Amongst being a phenomenal basketball player, Kobe was a beloved father, a husband, son, and friend to many.

He was 41 years old.

Fans, teammates, and friends alike- all took to social media to express their love and sadness for G.O.AT. See some responses below.