On January 26, 2020, the sports world was rocked by the tragic death of Kobe Bryant. Bryant, his 13-year-old daughter Gianna, and seven others lost their lives in a helicopter crash in California. The heartbreaking event sent waves of grief far beyond the NBA. Millions of fans and public figures around the globe mourned the passing of Black Mamba.
On Saturday in 2025, Kobe Bryant would have celebrated his 47th birthday. For Mamba fans, this day is far from ordinary. The NBA world, therefore, marked the occasion with emotional tributes to honor the legacy of one of basketball’s greatest icons. Lakers legend Magic Johnson shared a heartfelt tribute on X.
“Remembering husband, girl dad, entrepreneur, friend, five-time champion, and one of the greatest to ever lace them up, Kobe Bryant on his birthday,” he wrote.
LeBron James also honored Bryant in an Instagram story, posting a photo of Kobe with the message, “Happy Birthday Kobe.”
New York Knicks star Karl-Anthony Towns expressed his admiration on X. “One of the best to ever do it. Happy Birthday Kobe,” KAT wrote.
Rashad McCants added, “Everyday is Kobe Day! HBD King! Dreams on Me!!”
Pau Gasol wrote, “Happy Birthday, hermano. I miss you and love you always.”
Former NBA star and current commentator Robert Horry shared, “Happy heavenly birthday Kobe. I know fellow Virgo is still getting buckets.”
Vanessa Bryant Shares Heartfelt Tribute To Kobe Bryant
The day carried an even deeper emotional weight for Kobe Bryant’s family. Kobe’s wife, Vanessa Bryant, shared a touching message on Instagram.
“We love and miss you and Gigi so much. Sending our love to you. Happy Birthday baby,” she wrote.
Kobe and Vanessa first met in 1999 when Vanessa was working as a background dancer on a music video set. As a result, they quickly fell in love and were married in 2001. They remained devoted to one another until Kobe’s passing in 2020. Together, they built a loving family with four daughters: Natalia, Gianna, Bianka, and Capri.
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