The sky is painted purple and yellow as celebs and netizens mourn NBA star Kobe Bryant and daughter Gianna Bryant's death

NBA star Kobe Bryant and daughter, Gianna Bryant died in a helicopter crash on Sunday along with 9 others near Calabasas, Calif.

Kobe Bryant is one of the best and world-famous basketball players who dedicated his entire 20-years-long career playing for the National Basketball Association (NBA). He went on to win five NBA championships and got into NBA directly after his high school. Fondly called 'The Mamba', Kobe played for the Los Angeles Lakers and was awarded NBA most valuable player in 2008. He retired as the third-leading scorer in 2016.

The player and his daughter, Gianna were on their way with 9 others to an academy where he coached her team. According to reports, it will take several days to recover the bodies as the helicopter crashed near Calabasas, Calif. The NBA officials confirmed the news Sunday. Fans have been pouring their hearts out and paying their respects to their favourite star in an impromptu memorial outside the Mamba sports academy where he trained his daughter and her team. Many also shared their tribute on social media platforms. Celebrities and fans took to social media to pay tribute to their Mamba!

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Suasana di Staple Center, USA. dimana ratusan fans LA Lakers dan Kobe Bryant berkumpul untuk mengenang mendiang Legenda NBA ini yang baru saja meninggal akibat kecelakaan helikopter yang ditumpanginya bersama anak dan 8 orang lainnya Rest in Power Mamba, deep condolences for the rest of the victims Video by @jovitosahain #mambamentality #kobebryant #mambaforever

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Kobe Bryant was my first real introduction to the NBA. I was 13 living in Queens NYC, the same age as his sweet little girl, Gianna. He ignited my love for the sport, competition, and striving for excellence. He inspired an entire generation. His legacy is so much bigger than basketball. This heartbreaking accident also took the life of his young daughter, Gianna. I’m shook and so saddened. My heart goes out to Vanessa, Natalia, Bianka, and Capri Bryant. You are in my thoughts. Also sending my condolences to the loved ones of the other family and pilot in the accident. Being at tonight’s Grammys ceremony in his home at the Staples Center is going to be surreal. ? #RIP #KobeBryant #RIPMamba

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"Probably the hardest game I ever had to play."



Carmelo Anthony says he spoke w/Kobe Bryant a few days ago & the two made plans to get together when the Blazers were in LA later this week



Asked why he played today: "knowing him the way I know him he would've wanted me to play" pic.twitter.com/eGLy4vge2f

— AJ McCord (@AJ_McCord) January 27, 2020

The Celtics discuss the impact that Kobe Bryant had on their lives. pic.twitter.com/5qVfK2jfaz

— Boston Celtics (@celtics) January 27, 2020

Your memory lives everywhere, Kobe. pic.twitter.com/Wi1CRE1pqs

— Cleveland Cavaliers (@cavs) January 27, 2020

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Too soon to say it again, but .. Thank You, @kobebryant . #Mamba #Mambacita ??

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Kobe reminded us all that we can work harder, get better, do better, be better. Our family prays for grace and courage to the Bryant family and to others of those who moved on today. jk livin

— Matthew McConaughey (@McConaughey) January 27, 2020

Kobe was a legend on the court and just getting started in what would have been just as meaningful a second act. To lose Gianna is even more heartbreaking to us as parents. Michelle and I send love and prayers to Vanessa and the entire Bryant family on an unthinkable day.

— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) January 26, 2020

Five-star senior Jalen Green (@JalenRomande), dropped 41 points this evening in honor of Kobe Bryant’s tragic death.



He played in Kobe’s tonight and warmed up in a shirt with Kobe on it.

— Jake (@jakeweingarten) January 27, 2020

Very thoughtful reflections from Damian Lillard tonight on the passing of Kobe Bryant: pic.twitter.com/qGIka0YWfi

— Sean Highkin (@highkin) January 27, 2020

I’m going home to hug my babies and tell my loved ones I love them. Sending love to everyone out there to do the same. RIP Kobe. Thanks

— Scooter Braun (@scooterbraun) January 27, 2020

Long Live KOBE BRYANT! Legends NEVER Die! #KobeBryant ✨✨✨ pic.twitter.com/pjcljBYYDR

— Mohamed Al Maeeni (@redbey) January 27, 2020

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Kobe was so much more than an athlete, he was a family man. That was what we had most in common. We love our families. Whenever we got together I would hug his children like they were my own and he would embrace my kids like they were his. His baby girl Gianna was born on the same day as my youngest daughter Me’Arah. I miss you already brother. This is truly unbelievable.  Everyone please keep the Bryant’s in your prayers. R.I.P

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Phillip and I send our deepest, most profound condolences to the Bryant family and to everyone touched by both Kobe and Gigi. Our hearts are also completely broken for the families and friends of those traveling with them. Life is so precious pic.twitter.com/ddAsCQCELU

— Dr. Phil (@DrPhil) January 27, 2020

Kobe once told me that J was the Oprah of Sports. He’d be proud of this piece. Hard to write, I know, but fine work. Xo https://t.co/hPPQIpsdPs

— KelleyLCarter (@KelleyLCarter) January 27, 2020

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I found the words. My piece for the @TheAtlantic on @kobebryant. Hardest column I’ve ever written and I cried through most of it https://t.co/cj0qiAyZIM

— Jemele Hill (@jemelehill) January 27, 2020

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This first picture were messages from THIS MORNING!!! .. I wish I didn’t sleep in so I could’ve talked to you .. I can’t even think straight right now.. I’m glad we got to bond over the years .. not only were you a great uncle you were a coach and a mentor to me too .. I love you man..thank you for everything you’ve done .. for this city , for the basketball world , and for me ... I won’t let you down .. you always counted on me and lifted me up. Love you unc ❤️ ❤️

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I feel lucky that I got to see Kobe play. I even saw his 2nd last home game. I never knew him personally but saw the impact he left on so many people & that is inspirational. I always think heros are invincible & it reminds me that we never know what’s next so b kind to eachother

— ALISON WONDERLAND (@awonderland) January 27, 2020

Legends live on through the legacy they leave behind to inspire the world. A big big loss. RIP #KobeBryant, May god give strength to your family. pic.twitter.com/uL0y9rclR1

— Suresh Raina?? (@ImRaina) January 27, 2020

Saddened to hear about the tragic demise of Kobe Bryant, his daughter Gianna & others on-board the helicopter.

My condolences to his family, friends and fans across the world. #KobeBryant pic.twitter.com/N8B4Tcr4KU

— Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) January 27, 2020

Tomorrow is never promised so hold the ones you love a little tighter and tell them how much you love them today. Rest in peace Kobe and Gianna. My condolences lie with the families of all those who lost their lives in the crash.??? #RIPMamba pic.twitter.com/TKWpw2nwuE

— Jackky Bhagnani (@jackkybhagnani) January 27, 2020

Speechless,the world has lost a Legendary Athlete,R.I.P The #BlackMamba of Basketball, Kobe Bryant & his daughter,Gianna.

What u have done for so many kids including my niece whom u inspired to play basketball every day of her childhood,may u both comfort each other in heaven?? pic.twitter.com/qwQ8CffQ5F

— Akshay Kumar (@akshaykumar) January 27, 2020

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Absolutely devastated to hear this news today. So many childhood memories of waking up early and watching this magician doing things on the court that I would be mesmerized by. Life is so unpredictable and fickle. His daughter Gianna passed away too in the crash. Iam absolutely Heartbroken. Rest in peace. Strength and condolences to the family ?

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He was great,charismatic & among the hardest-working athletes ever,but what impressed me most was how deeply-involved Kobe was with his 4 daughters. Pray for them, Vanessa, his parents & his fellow passengers' families on this sad and shocking day. We will never forget you Kobe

— Jimmy Kimmel (@jimmykimmel) January 26, 2020

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— Gutta Jwala (@Guttajwala) January 27, 2020

Grammy awards also paid their respect as they kept the spotlight on Kobe's jersey lit for the entire show while artists sang for him.

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When artists come together to celebrate the great @nipseyhussle and the great @kobebryant ? #GRAMMYs

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May his soul RIP.