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Affleck wrote, “My thoughts and prayers are with Kobe Bryant’s family, and the families of all those involved. Today reminds us just how short and precious life is, and a reason to be grateful and celebrate life while we can. Rest In Peace Mamba.”
The sentiment is shared by millions as many other celebrities chimed in to say their goodbyes. It’s a hard day for people who enjoyed watching his fearless play and for young fans who ascribed to his “Mamba Mentality” work ethic.
My thoughts and prayers are with Kobe Bryant’s family, and the families of all those involved. Today reminds us just how short and precious life is, and a reason to be grateful and celebrate life while we can. Rest In Peace Mamba.
— Ben Affleck (@BenAffleck) January 27, 2020
One man saw almost every game Bryant played. Jack Nicholson is famous for his many thrilling roles on the silver screen, but he’s also a well-known fixture in the front row of the Staples Center on game night. Hollywood royalty spoke on losing a man he considered his friend.
“My reaction is the same as almost all of LA.,” Nicholson described to CBSLA. “Where we think everything’s solid, there’s a big hole in the wall. I was used to seeing and talking to Kobe that… it kills you. It’s just a terrible event.”
He added, “I remember the totality of how great a player he was… We’ll think of him all the time and we’ll miss him.” Today, many others do as well.
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