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The Atlanta Hawks and Sen. Kelly Loeffler reacted Sunday night to the news of famed Los Angeles Lakers player Kobe Bryant’s death in a helicopter accident earlier in the day.The Atlanta Hawks and Sen. Kelly Loeffler reacted Sunday night to the news of famed Los Angeles Lakers player Kobe Bryant’s death in a helicopter accident on Sunday. GPB’s Sarah Rose reports.
The Atlanta Hawks released this statement:
“We are stunned and profoundly saddened by the tragic news of the deaths of Kobe Bryant and his daughter Gianna. Today our NBA family lost one of its modern-day leaders and a champion who inspired so many of this generation’s current players. His insatiable drive, legendary competitive spirit and dedication to the game will forever be remembered and live on through the era of players, fans and athletes around the world who were inspired by his greatness. The entire Hawks organization sends our deepest condolences to Kobe’s wife, Vanessa, their entire family and to the families of the other passengers involved in this heartbreaking accident.”
Atlanta Hawks CEO Steve Koonin posted a statement to Twitter:
Kobe inspired billions across the world, & his larger than life game is forever iconic. He won as a player, husband, father & businessman. His legacy will live on forever in our society. The world will miss his and Gigi’s presence & I will miss our friendship— Steve Koonin (@SteveKoonin) January 26, 2020
Hawks point guard Trae Young tweeted about Bryant and his 13-year-old daughter's death:
...This S*** can’t be real... this the first moment I was able to meet Gianna Maria, she’s been to only 3 games this year... 2 of them were mine... She told me I was her favorite player to watch I can’t believe this
Rest Easy Gigi pic.twitter.com/IfDrE9Gjlv— Trae Young (@TheTraeYoung) January 26, 2020
Georgia Sen. Kelly Loeffler, who is an owner of the Atlanta Dream, reacted on Twitter:
I am stunned and saddened by the tragic death of @NBA legend, @kobebryant. He was a dynamic athlete who elevated the game of basketball to new heights. We are praying for the Bryant Family during these dark, painful moments. #KobeBryant #gapol— Senator Kelly Loeffler (@SenatorLoeffler) January 26, 2020
Mercedes-Benz Stadium was lit up in the Lakers' purple and gold colors as a tribute to Bryant on Sunday night:
A father. A husband. A legend.
His time was too brief, but his legacy everlasting. RIP Kobe.
Sending love to the Bryant family and all those affected by today’s heartbreaking news. pic.twitter.com/xLnPPq551T— MercedesBenzStadium (@MBStadium) January 27, 2020
Atlanta mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms shared a tribute inside Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport:
A lovely tribute inside @ATLairport to @kobebryant and his beautiful daughter. I’m looking forward to the lighting of the outside canopy and @CityofAtlanta Hall in purple and gold in his honor. #KobeRIP pic.twitter.com/dT1tD2REMf— Keisha Lance Bottoms (@KeishaBottoms) January 27, 2020
In the Old Fourth Ward Skatepark, a mural was painted in Bryant's honor:
A mural is underway at the Historic Fourth Ward Skatepark in honor of NBA star, @kobebryant. The City of Atlanta joins the world in mourning the loss of Kobe Bryant, his daughter, and all the other passengers on board. Our thoughts and prayers are with their family and friends. pic.twitter.com/H4SPeHZkMk— City of Atlanta, GA (@CityofAtlanta) January 27, 2020
The Atlanta City Council tweeted their solidarity with the city in honoring Bryant:
We join the city of #Atlanta in paying tribute to NBA superstar Kobe Bryant and mourning the loss of all nine victims in yesterday's helicopter crash. #RIPKobeandGianna #RIPAltobelliFamily #ripchesterfamily #riparazobayan #RIPChristinaMauser pic.twitter.com/EyhbokWBkk— Atlanta City Council (@atlcouncil) January 27, 2020
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