“The world lost a legend today but the impact and legacy he leaves behind will last forever! #RIPMamba” – Manny Pacquiao on Kobe Bryant (Photo courtesy of Manny Pacquiao on Instagram) Filipino fans woke up to the tragic news of NBA legend Kobe Bryant’s untimely death, Monday morning.
Kobe, who was 41 years old, along with his 13-year old daughter Gianna and seven other people were among those who perished when the helicopter they were riding crashed in Calabasas, California.
Bryant, a five-time NBA Champion and MVP during his 20-year career with the Los Angeles Lakers, was undoubtedly a favorite among Filipino athletes as well. Regardless of the sport, Pinoy athletes looked up to Kobe Bryant and emulated his ‘Mamba Mentality.’
From Manny Pacquiao to Jordan Clarkson, to Hidilyn Diaz here are some Filipino athletes who mourned the death of Kobe and Gianna Bryant.
