Kobe Bryant Killed In Helicopter Crash

[kidicarus13]

Like or dislike him, truth is that he more than likely had a much more positive effect on those less fortunate than Joe Blow who died in a crash last night and received no headlines.

Kobe's Philanthropy

In 2006, Bryant and his wife Vanessa launched their Foundation to enhance the lives of young people through cultural and educational experiences. The Kobe and Vanessa Bryant Family Foundation (KVBFF) is dedicated to improving the lives of youth and families in need, and encouraging young people to stay active through sports.
KVBFF operates?Mamba FC, a youth soccer club in Orange County that teaches young athletes how to become leaders and independent thinkers, while working together as a group to achieve a common goal through health and fitness.
In order to make a measurable impact on the critical issue of youth homelessness, KVBFF partnered with a number of Los Angeles-based organizations including Step Up on Second, My Friend?s Place and United Way. Bryant has served as the honorary chair of United Way of Greater Los Angeles?s annual HomeWalk for three consecutive years.
Bryant volunteers his time to Make-A-Wish Foundation, NBA Cares and The Boys & Girls Clubs of America, and serves as an ambassador for After-School All-Stars. In 2007, he launched the Kobe Basketball Academy, at which he mentors and trains athletes ages 8-18.

[FoxtArt]

(disclaimer: not in reply to any individual)

It is tragic, I suppose; pragmatically, my thoughts don't actually matter - we are not connected to anyone in his life even - and I'm not going to treat it as a funeral service, although I'm not going to be blatantly disrespectful either. The honest truth of its importance (and mind you, I'm not picking on anyone, I do it too sometimes) is people jump on Facebook and everywhere to post news like this because...

...it's mere gossip. Something new to talk about besides the "hows the weather up theres?" that will be of interest to people. Generally speaking, I wouldn't get offended if people don't care any more than I'd be offended if they said "Beats me, I'm not there" when people do their b.s. small talk about the weather.

Posting things like "rips" or "thoughts and prayers" are equally as valuable as "likes" on a post about hungry homeless people. Pragmatically, they only make the individual posting it feel slightly better, they don't actually do squat. (Millennial/Generation Z/Boomer/etc.)Did my duty as a good person today, I said RIP and pressed "like"....

If you really want to appreciate a deceased person whom you respected - do something respectful in their honor that they would've appreciated today, which actually has meaning. (e.g. pay it forward).

[eddiememphis]

He may have been a philanthropist later in life but he was an admitted multiple adulterer. As an apology he bought his wife a $4 million dollar diamond.

There was the alleged rape he committed, later admitting it was non-consensual.

As for basketball, he was a great scorer. That's it. He was not a great teammate, as evidenced by most former teammate's comments. Selfish, arrogant, obstinate and as Steve Nash says, as asshole.

In my opinion as a basketball fan, he was a chucker. 33,600 points is a lot. He put it in but he also took 30 to 50 shots a night to average his 30 something points.

And very few assists. Yuk. He also gave himself the awful nickname, The Black Mamba. Double yuk.

I feel bad since his kid was killed. It's always horrible when a kid dies.

The player? I am not one to worship celebrity and find it difficult to understand people showing up at the Staples Center crying.

I cried when my parents died and I am sure I'll cry when my dog dies but a basketball player? I don't get it.

[Gman]

Was just reading that there was a pilot and 8 passengers on the helicopter.

[Irving]

This thread should be renamed, "Post your list of reasons why it's okay that Kobe Bryant is dead."

No one seems to be saying, "I never paid attention to that 4 year-old that got shot in the head, so who cares?" Weird.

[FoxtArt]

I heard it from a friend, who, heard it from a friend who, heard it from another friend that Kobe was MAGAing around.

Pretty sure the helicopter was intentionally shot down to distract from the impeachment defense. SAM was seen in the area...
...and he's the one that told me about Kobe's MAGA hat. He's got a mustache, so it's legit.

[Gman]

I heard it from a friend, who, heard it from a friend who, heard it from another friend that Kobe was MAGAing around.

Pretty sure the helicopter was intentionally shot down to distract from the impeachment defense. SAM was seen in the area...
...and he's the one that told me about Kobe's MAGA hat. He's got a mustache, so it's legit.

Kobe Bryant dead: Trump reacts, calling it 'terrible news'

President Trump on Sunday reacted to NBA superstar Kobe Bryant's death in a helicopter crash, calling it "terrible news."

"Reports are that basketball great Kobe Bryant and three others have been killed in a helicopter crash in California. That is terrible news!" the president tweeted.

Donald J. Trump
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@realDonaldTrump
Reports are that basketball great Kobe Bryant and three others have been killed in a helicopter crash in California. That is terrible news!

Trump took a break from tweeting dozens of posts slamming the ongoing Senate impeachment trial against him.

His reaction came hours after reports that Bryant, 41, was killed as his helicopter went down in Calabasas, Calif.

The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Office said all nine onboard had died but did not confirm the identities of the other passengers.

Trump later added to his sentiments saying: "Kobe Bryant, despite being one of the truly great basketball players of all time, was just getting started in life. He loved his family so much, and had such strong passion for the future. The loss of his beautiful daughter, Gianna, makes this moment even more devastating. Melania and I send our warmest condolences to Vanessa and the wonderful Bryant family. May God be with you all!"

Donald J. Trump
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@realDonaldTrump
Kobe Bryant, despite being one of the truly great basketball players of all time, was just getting started in life. He loved his family so much, and had such strong passion for the future. The loss of his beautiful daughter, Gianna, makes this moment even more devastating....

Bryant was, on numerous occasions, critical of Trump, especially after the president disinvited Golden State Warriors' champion Stephen Curry from visiting the White House in celebration of the team's NBA title.

"A #POTUS whose name alone creates division and anger. Whose words inspire dissension and hatred can't possibly "Make America Great Again,"" Bryant tweeted in Sept. 2017.

Kobe Bryant
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@kobebryant
A #POTUS whose name alone creates division and anger. Whose words inspire dissension and hatred can't possibly "Make America Great Again"

Almost a month later, when asked if he would attend a possible White House visit of his own, Bryant said he would not go.

"I wouldn't go. Simple. I think it's a whole matter of respect and standing up for what you believe in," Bryant said. "You can agree or not disagree and that's completely fine, I think that's the beauty of the country is being able to speak up for what you believe in right? So being able to voice that opinion, you can agree with it or disagree with it, but I'll certainly respect your opinion and believe all thoughts should be valued, but no I wouldn't go."

[USMC88-93]

This thread should be renamed, "Post your list of reasons why it's okay that Kobe Bryant is dead."

I feel for the mans family, I’m not sure I could bear a similar loss. And to the point I do not celebrate the tragedies of others.

[eddiememphis]

This thread should be renamed, "Post your list of reasons why it's okay that Kobe Bryant is dead."
No one seems to be saying, "I never paid attention to that 4 year-old that got shot in the head, so who cares?" Weird.

Are you saying it is not okay he died? Who makes that judgement?

It IS okay he's dead. The world will keep on spinnin'.

..."that 4 year-old" wasn't a celebrity. Nor was it a Hall of Fame basketball player, thus less coverage.

However, the child I think you are talking about- the little boy that was shot in the head in Indiana- has been discussed. And personally, I think a child's life lost is much more tragic than an adult celebrity's.

Especially this particular celebrity. See my above post.

[BPTactical]

What was the last thing through Kobe Bryant's mind?


















Plexiglass and aluminum.