Atlanta rapper 2 Chainz knows the importance of January 26. The hip-hop veteran has come forward to remember the life of late NBA icon Kobe Bryant and his daughter Gigi Bryant.
2 Chainz Remembers Kobe Bryant
Deuce went to his Instagram page to share a timeless shot of Kobe and his teenage daughter. Instead of using words, Chainz relied on the power of emojis to express his feelings on the one-year anniversary of their deaths.
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In late December 2020, NFL superstar Russell Wilson said he needed to tap into the “Mamba Mentality” that Kobe made famous. Wearing a Kobe jersey, Russ talked about what the late Bryants meant to him.
“Dear Kobe & GiGi… Thanks for being an inspiration. #Mamba #24 #8 #2 ?”
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A few months ago, tennis star Naomi Osaka credited Kobe for playing a key role in her US Open tournament win. The 22-year-old went to her Instagram page with a salute to Black Mamba.
“I wore this jersey every day after my matches. I truly think it gave me strength. Always ??” -Naomi Osaka’s Instagram
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Detroit rapper Big Sean paid homage to Kobe on Aug. 24 and called it a national holiday. Kobe’s two jersey numbers — 8 and 24 — are both retired by the Los Angeles Lakers.
“National Holiday 8/24 ??♾” -Big Sean’s Instagram
La La Anthony Supports Vanessa Bryant
Former “Power” actress La La Anthony previously hit up Instagram with a pic of herself and Kobe’s late wife Vanessa snapping a selfie together in a pool. Anthony dished on how much she cherished their relationship and vowed friendship.
“On Kobe’s birthday today, I celebrate you @vanessabryant ❤️??I know today is extra tough but your strength, love, & resilience is unmatched. I’ve never seen anything like it. Nothing makes me happier then when I tell you one of my crazy stories and u start laughing ur ass off?Here’s to more fun memories and big ass smiles. You deserve that. Kobe and Gigi are smiling with you every step of the way. I got your back. NOW. FOREVER. & ALWAYS ??❤️HAPPY BIRTHDAY KOB??❤️LOVE YOU QUEEN MAMBA?????????” -La La Anthony’s Instagram