On January 28, Vanessa Bryant filed three trademarks, on behalf of Kobe Inc., for “Kobe Bryant,” “Mamba Forever,” and “Mambacita.” The metaverse will have a range of virtual and digital goods and services built specifically for it, from apparel to art to collectibles to NFTs. The “KOBE BRYANT” and “MAMBA FOREVER” …

Two years after the tragic deaths of Kobe and Gigi Bryant, a statue has been placed at the crash site in their honor. California artist, Dan Medina, told TMZ that the 160-pound statue was delivered to the Calabasas crash scene by a wagon on Wednesday. According to Medina, the piece …

Nike’s worn by the late Kobe Bryant during a 2004 game are estimated to sell for nearly $38,000. The blue, white, and gold Nike Air Zoom Huarache 2K4 are one of the standout items at the November 11th Sotheby’s auction as part of their luxury week sales. The five-time NBA …

Two families whose loved ones died in the Kobe Bryant helicopter crash recently reached an agreement with Los Angeles County over the alleged distribution of crash site images, but Vanessa Bryant remains at odds. According to documents, the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors approved $2.5 million to be split between Mathew …

Kobe Bryant’s sister Shaya Bryant-Tabb penned an emotional letter Saturday ahead of his Hall of Fame induction. “I would watch you work so hard to make those dreams of yours come true. It wasn’t of but when you would become an NBA superstar,” she wrote. “There was just no question that this was …

This is something most of us will say is necessary. Two Los Angeles firefighters may be fired for allegedly taking and sharing pictures of Kobe Bryant’s helicopter crash site. An internal investigation launched by the Los Angeles Fire Department found that the two firefighters had taken the photos of the …

Michael Jordan is set to induct Kobe Bryant into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame Saturday, in what is sure to be an emotional moment. Jordan was asked by Bryant’s widow, Vanessa, to induct Bryant, something he called “a great honor.” Jordan also expressed his initial hesitation before concluding …

Vanessa Bryant has elected not to renew Kobe Bryant’s post-retirement endorsement extension with Nike. The five-year extension expired on April 13th. Mrs. Bryant has elected to walk away from the partnership, with a source citing that the estate was frustrated with the way Nike was handling the release of Kobe’s …

Kyrie Irving is pushing to reignite the movement to have Kobe Bryant’s likeness used as the official NBA logo. On Wednesday, Irving posted a mock-up designed by Tyson Beck, that uses an image of Kobe Bryant with the caption “Gotta Happen, idc what anyone says. BLACK KINGS BUILT THE LEAGUE.” …

Eighteen-year-old Natalia Bryant is launching a career in modeling. The eldest daughter of Kobe Bryant recently signed with IMG Models. The company announced the news on Instagram. View this post on Instagram A post shared by IMG Models Worldwide (@imgmodels) “I have always been interested in fashion since a very …

On Saturday, the NBA announced the ceremony for new Hall of Fame inductees will take place from May 13 to May 15; included in that induction is the late Kobe Bryant. According to Deadline, Tim Duncan and Kevin Garnett will also be added to the Naismith Memorial Hall of Fame …

The jersey that the late Kobe Bryant wore during the 2008 NBA finals against the Boston Celtics is on display at the Smithsonian Museum of African American History and Culture. The jersey is being displayed on the third floor of the museum as part of the Sports: Level the Playing …

Written By @cabbagepatchgrl On January 26, Kobe Bryant, his daughter Gianna Bryant and seven others died in a tragic helicopter crash. One month later, reports surfaced that deputies shared graphic photos of the crash site. As a result, on Monday, Gov. Gavin Newsom approved the legislation promoted by the helicopter …

The family of the pilot who was flying the helicopter that crashed and killed everyone on board, including Kobe Bryant and his daughter Gianna, is blaming the passengers for the crash. The family of pilot Ara Zobayan, who also died in the crash, responded to Vanessa Bryant’s wrongful death lawsuit …

In late January, NBA legend Kobe Bryant, his daughter GiGi and 7 other victims were killed in a helicopter crash. Media outlets began posting pictures of the accident scene, which in turn sparked widespread backlash from people deeming it unnecessary and disrespectful. Now according to The Hollywood Reporter, a new …

The families who’ve lost their loved ones in the Kobe Bryant helicopter crash in January have filed lawsuits claiming the company that owned the helicopter should be held accountable for the accident. According to new legal documents, obtained by The Blast, the Altobelli and Mauser family are suing Island Express …

The late, great Kobe Bryant, Kevin Garnett, and Tim Duncan will all be enshrined into Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, Aug. 29, in Springfield, Massachusetts. Bryant and company will be accompanied by 10-time WNBA All-Star Tamika Catchings, three-time NCAA women’s champion, Baylor coach Kim Mulkey, five-time Bently University coach …

Lil Wayne sat down for a new interview with MTV and opened up about the loss of his friend, NBA Legend Kobe Bryant. According to Complex, Wayne talked about how much he admired Kobe’s work ethic, legacy and mentality. “As a kid, being a fan, watching him on TV, and …

There has been a lot of controversy in the wake of the crash that claimed the lives of Kobe Bryant, his daughter Gianna and seven others. In fact, L.A. officials are facing extraordinary consequences after mishandling photographs from the site of the fatal helicopter crash. Vanessa Bryant, widow of Kobe, …

On Monday, family, close friends, and thousands of fans flooded the Staples Center to celebrate the life of Kobe Bryant and his daughter GiGi after their unexpected passing in a helicopter crash that claimed the lives of 9 people late last month. While the memorial was a celebration of their …