The sports and entertainment worlds are remembering and celebrating the lives of Kobe and Gianna Bryant on the fifth anniversary of their tragic deaths.

Five years after Kobe and 13-year-old Gianna died in a helicopter crash on Jan. 26, 2020 in California, the beloved basketball star and his daughter continue to inspire fans all over the world.

Five years ago, American professional basketball icon Kobe Bryant died in a helicopter crash with his daughter Gianna in 2020. The Black Mamba’s legacy lives on. 🏀 pic.twitter.com/jtYYOcr3Ex

— The Philippine Star (@PhilippineStar) January 25, 2025

Retired NBA star Kobe Bryant, a basketball prodigy who went on to win five championships with the Los Angeles Lakers, died in a helicopter crash in California https://t.co/9lxGzVSHLs pic.twitter.com/7oIjDfzST4

— Reuters (@Reuters) January 26, 2020

The Lakers’ tribute to Kobe Bryant before their first game after his death | Remembering Kobe

Known for athletic artistry and infectious smile, Kobe may very well have been this century’s most beloved basketball player. However, his path wasn’t paved in gold. Despite some setbacks and bad decisions early in his professional life, he proved that – with time and maturity – anyone can grow to become larger than life.

Kobe Bryant is considered the Greatest of All Time (GOAT) for various reasons, primarily due to his unwavering dedication to self-improvement. Unlike many naturally gifted NBA players, Kobe entered the league as a rookie with average talent but achieved incredible success. pic.twitter.com/xTpUVOMqod

— Remember Kobe Bean Bryant (@yourememberkobe) January 13, 2025

Remembering Kobe Bryant and Gigi Bryant 🙏 pic.twitter.com/CNr9HzxLmC

— JUMBLE BAG (@JumbleBag) January 26, 2025