BIOGRAPHIE KOBE BRYANT : Kobe Bean Bryant was born on August 23, 1978, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA. He was the son of Joe "Jellybean" Bryant, a professional basketball player, and Pamela Cox Bryant. He had two sisters, Sharia and Shaya Bryant. From a young age, Kobe was immersed in the world of basketball, thanks to his father. At the age of six, the family moved to Italy where Joe Bryant continued his career. Kobe learned Italian and developed a passion for both basketball and soccer. Upon returning to the United States for high school, Kobe attended Lower Merion High School in Pennsylvania, where he quickly distinguished himself as an exceptional basketball talent. In 1996, at just 17 years old, he was selected 13th overall in the NBA draft by the Charlotte Hornets, then…show more content… national team (2008, 2012). He was named the MVP of the 2007-2008 season and was a two-time NBA Finals MVP. Nicknamed "Black Mamba," Kobe was known for his relentless work ethic, mental toughness, and exceptional talent. He scored 81 points in a single game against the Toronto Raptors in 2006, the second-highest point total in a single game in NBA history. Outside of basketball, Kobe is passionate about art, literature, and cinema. In 2018, he won an Academy Award for his animated short film "Dear Basketball." He married Vanessa Laine in 2001, and together they had four daughters: Natalia Diamante, Gianna Maria-Onore, Bianka Bella, and Capri Kobe. Kobe Bryant tragically passed away in a helicopter crash on January 26, 2020, in Calabasas, California, along with his daughter Gianna and seven other people. His death shocked the world, marking the loss of one of the greatest basketball players of all time. Kobe's legacy endures through his contributions to the sport, his "Mamba mentality," and his philanthropic efforts. His influence and impact continue to inspire generations of athletes and fans around the
