Grammy-winning rapper Lil Wayne will always rep Kobe Bryant. The hip-hop superstar went online this week to remember the late NBA icon following his birthday.
Lil Wayne Remembers Kobe
On Monday, Lil Tunechi went to Instagram with a throwback pic of himself holding Bryant down. The shot features him rocking a Kobe No. 24 Los Angeles Lakers jersey.
“Mamba forever.” -Lil Wayne’s Instagram
High-Key Details
On Monday, rap star Big Sean went online to remember Black Mamba. The rap entertainer shared pics of himself rocking a throwback Bryant Lakers jersey and declared today a special day in memory of his two retired numbers – 8 and 24.
“National Holiday 8/24 ??♾” -Big Sean’s Instagram
Wait, There’s More
On Sunday, former “Power” actress La La Anthony 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 born day.
“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
Before You Go
This past Sunday, rap veteran Nas went to Instagram to acknowledge what would have been Bryant’s 42nd birthday. The hip-hop entertainer shared a throwback pic of Black Mamba hanging out with fellow late West Coast legend Nipsey Hussle.
“Rest In Peace Kobe & Nip That’s Off The Rip. King Sh.. Happy Birthday KOBE #thecure #kingsdisease” -Nas’ Instagram
The rap heavyweight also shared a throwback pic of himself rocking a Bryant jersey during a performance.
“Me performing in the Kobe jersey. Happy Birthday King” -Nas’ Instagram