The world on Sunday was shocked to learn that NBA legend Kobe Bryant was killed in a helicopter crash in suburban Los Angeles.
Bryant, who died with his daughter Gianna and seven others, was on his way to a travel basketball event when the helicopter went down in dense morning fog in the hills of Calabasas.
Admirers from all walks of life expressed their grief on social media. Among them were many in the boxing world.
Here are some Tweets.
The boxing world sent their condolences after learning of Kobe Bryant’s passing. pic.twitter.com/sI5FrF1MDV
— ESPN Ringside (@ESPNRingside) January 26, 2020
The boxing world mourns the tragic loss of Kobe Bryant and his daughter Gianna.
Rest In Peace. 💔 pic.twitter.com/T4iSQ5zH8E
— FOX Sports: PBC (@PBConFOX) January 27, 2020
The Top Rank family joins in mourning a true sporting icon, and an inspiration to so many. Kobe Bryant was a true, relentless fighter every step of the way in his historic career. Our thoughts & prayers are with the Bryant family. #MambaMentality pic.twitter.com/kHuKeMRrzm
— Top Rank Boxing (@trboxing) January 27, 2020
The world lost a legend today but the impact and legacy he leaves behind will last forever! #RIPMamba pic.twitter.com/Sp56zAvrht
— Manny Pacquiao (@MannyPacquiao) January 26, 2020
RIP @kobebryant . One of the greatest of all time. So sad. Thoughts with your family. pic.twitter.com/rCyAFOQja8
— Terence Crawford (@terencecrawford) January 26, 2020
Kobe Bryant, Thank you for the years of your demonstration of “Fight” Gianna, Take your wings now and Soar like Dad. May all the family know a bit of us all died today. We rest in our Maker now pic.twitter.com/KUHwPppzuV
— George Foreman (@GeorgeForeman) January 26, 2020
We lost a great man and young lady far too soon! My condolences to the Bryant family and other families who have suffered a loss in this tragic event. #RIPMamba #legend 🙏🏾🙏🏾 pic.twitter.com/zI3Ogb6I3A
— Larry Holmes (@LarryHolmes75) January 27, 2020
Just devastating to even process this news of Kobe and Giana. A loss like this literally takes something from you on so many levels… as a friend, a fan, a spouse, and as a parent. #RIPKobe 🙏🏾
— Lennox Lewis (@LennoxLewis) January 27, 2020
I mourn with the world. Lost a legend. No words. I’m messed up. RIP @kobebryant , Gianna and the rest of the passengers
— Mike Tyson (@MikeTyson) January 27, 2020
— Klitschko (@Klitschko) January 27, 2020
Terrible news regarding Kobe Bryant. The sporting world lost a true legend
Thoughts and prayers with his family.
RIP Champ ❤️ pic.twitter.com/Rnn5JZaA0X
— Kell Brook (@SpecialKBrook) January 26, 2020
My thoughts and prayers are with Kobe’s family, friends & fans. God bless you all, RIP 🙏🏽 #KobeRIP https://t.co/FAJXtD1Jay
— Frank Bruno MBE 🇬🇧 (@frankbrunoboxer) January 27, 2020
Still shocked by the sad news of Kobe’s passing. My prayers go out to all the families involved, Lakers nation and all the fans in LA. #RIPKobe pic.twitter.com/THMbsK8jtY
— Leo Santa Cruz (@leosantacruz2) January 28, 2020