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Kobe Bryant, Gianna Bryant Reportedly Die In Helicopter Crash Outside Los Angeles

Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant reportedly has died in a helicopter crash outside of the city, according to Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN.

Gianna Bryant, Bryant’s second-oldest daughter, reportedly was also aboard along with another parent and teammate, according to Wojnarowski.

The NBA reportedly sent an email to their employees confirming the deaths of Bryant and his daughter, according to Shams Charania of The Athletic.

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TMZ/TMZ Sports were the first to report Bryant was one of five people killed in the crash with numerous sources eventually confirming the news.