Late Kobe Bean Bryant born August 23, 1978 – January 26, 2020, was an American professional basketball player. As A shooting-guard, he spent his 20-year career with the Los Angeles Lakers in the National basketball Association (NBA). In 2020, he and his daughter Gianna and seven others, died in a helicopter crash in Calabasas, California.
Profile Summary
| Full Name | Kobe Bean Bryant |
| Date of Birth | 1978 |
| Place of Birth | Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
| Nationality | American |
| Occupation | Basketballer |
| Net Worth | $600M |
| Married Status | Married |
Early Life
Born in Philadelphia in 1978, Kobe Bryant began playing at just three years old. When he was six, his father’s NBA career took them to Italy, where Kobe learned fluent Italian and even considered soccer as a second passion.
Kobe entered high school and dominated the court. He led his team to a state championship and became a national sensation, earning prestigious awards like Naismith Player of the Year.
Despite scholarship offers from top colleges, Kobe made a bold move – he skipped college and entered the NBA straight from high school, becoming one of the few people to achieve this feat.
Career
The 2007-2008 season saw Kobe reach new heights, becoming the league’s MVP and leading the Lakers to another championship win against the Celtics. It marked the first time he was the sole leader of the team after Shaquille O’Neal’s departure.
In 2009, After incurring injury in late 2008, Kobe and the Lakers were back on top, defeating the Boston Celtics again for their fifth championship, with Kobe named Finals MVP. This cemented his legacy as one of the NBA’s all-time greats.
After retiring, Kobe remained a global icon, focusing on philanthropy and business ventures. He founded Kobe Inc., a multimedia production company, and invested in various technology and media startups.
He also became a passionate advocate for youth sports and education, establishing the Kobe Bryant Academy to provide mentorship and opportunities for aspiring athletes.
Sadly, Kobe’s life was cut short in a helicopter crash in 2020, along with his daughter Gianna and seven others.
Net Worth
Kobe Bryant as at 2023, is said to worth an estimated amount of $600 million which is said to have amassed from his successful basketball career, ambassadorship and other business ventures.
Personal Life
Late Kobe Bryant was married to Vanessa Bryant and the pair were in a long lasting love before his death. The love story started shortly after they met in 1999.
Kobe finally got married to Vanessa in the spring of 2001 and have since welcome four daughters: Natalia, Gianna (Late), Bianna and Capri.
