Kobe Bryant is among those dead in a helicopter crash outside Los Angeles, a source confirms to ESPN.

We have no words to express how shocked we are to hear of the tragic passing of one of the greatest sportsmen of all time and Rossonero fan, Kobe Bryant. All our thoughts are with the families of those affected by this tragic accident. You will forever be…

Continuing to move the game forward @KingJames. Much respect my brother 💪🏾 #33644

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One of the best scorers in the history of the NBA, Kobe Bryant has dazzled crowds with endless highlights & championship plays. Take a look at the 10 best plays from the career of this future hall of famer!

We grieve with all world. Rest in peace, Kobe Bryant... Мы скорбим со всем миром. Покойся с миром, Коби

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“On behalf of myself, the players and staff at AS Roma, we join the rest of the sporting world in mourning the tragic passing of Kobe Bryant. Kobe was a true icon and our thoughts are now with his family and the families of all of the victims aboard that…

The club would like to express its deepest condolences to his family and friends, to the @Lakers and the @NBA family after the tragic passing of Kobe Bryant. RIP, legend. 🙏🏼

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We are deeply saddened to learn of the death of Kobe Bryant. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all his family and friends. Forever a legend.

We express our deepest condolences to the family of NBA legend Kobe Bryant, who has been killed in a helicopter crush in USA. R.I.P. 🙏🏻

#UPDATE @ABC News now pulling back on report that Kobe Bryant's daughters were on helicopter. 🙏 Bryant confirmed dead https://t.co/1ooBN1GDQL