The entire world is mourning following the shocking news of NBA legend Kobe Bryant’s death in a helicopter crash on Sunday.
Bryant was not only one of the most talented and popular basketball players of all time, but a sporting icon who transcended the sport in more ways than one.
“The Black Mamba” also had a connection with the sport of mixed martial arts (MMA). His BodyArmor sports drink is partnered with the UFC while former two-weight champion Daniel Cormier also has a spot on Bryant’s ESPN “DETAILED” series.
Bryant has also previously shown support for a fighters’ union in MMA.
Here is how the MMA world reacted to the tragic news of his passing:
Horrible!!!! RIP my man
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— Dana White (@danawhite) January 26, 2020
— Daniel Cormier (@dc_mma) January 26, 2020
— Grand Slam Champ Cris Cyborg (@criscyborg) January 26, 2020
prayers
No way. So sad
— Frankie Edgar (@FrankieEdgar) January 26, 2020
Terribly sad
RIP to a legend who meant so much to so many. You will be remembered forever as the champion you are.— Francis Ngannou (@francis_ngannou) January 26, 2020
— GILBERT BURNS DURINHO (@GilbertDurinho) January 26, 2020
What!? Is this really true?
— Megan Anderson (@MeganA_mma) January 26, 2020
I’ll rephrase my last tweet since everyone wants to talk shit.
TMZ just reported that Kobe Bryant has passed away in a helicopter crash in Calabasas. I hope it’s not true but if it is, my condolences go out to his family and the millions of lives he positively impacted.
— Michael Chiesa (@MikeMav22) January 26, 2020
One of the greatest athletes of all time . RIP KOBE BRYANT
— Derek Brunson (@DerekBrunson) January 26, 2020
Feeling speechless right now. This hurts. RIP #kobebryant and all family and others involved.
— Alan Jouban (@AlanJouban) January 26, 2020
Rest In Peace brother
— Gökhan Saki (@gokhantherebel) January 26, 2020
Damn RIP Kobe. That meme with him talking to his duaghter at the game hit hard man
— Sodiq Yusuff (@Super_Sodiq) January 26, 2020
— Cub Swanson (@CubSwanson) January 26, 2020
RIP Mamba
— Curtis Blaydes (@RazorBlaydes265) January 26, 2020
RIP Legend to a legend Kobe Bryant
— Edmen Shahbazyan (@edmenshahbazyan) January 26, 2020
Wow RIP mamba
— Belal Muhammad (@bullyb170) January 26, 2020
OMG KOBE !!!
— JIMI MANUWA (@POSTERBOYJM) January 26, 2020
I am a wrestler and fighter at heart but athlete by choice. Kobe has to be one of the most iconic athletes of my generation that I can remember watching for so many years. RIP Kobe
— Deron Winn (@DeronWinn) January 26, 2020
Wow I can’t believe the news on Kobe right now
— Brad Tavares (@BradTavares) January 26, 2020
RIP Kobe. This is a dark hour and dark world at times. But you made it a brighter place and inspired me growing up. Thank you. My heart is out to your family.
— Anthony Rocco Martin (@TonyRoccoMartin) January 26, 2020
Man Kobe was one of my fav/ greatest athletes of all time
— Eryk Anders (@erykanders) January 26, 2020
May Bryant rest in peace.
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