Reactions to Bryant’s death

Twitter and Instagram reactions to Kobe Bryant’s death:

Kobe Bryant, despite being one of the truly great basketball players of all time, was just getting started in life. He loved his family so much, and had such strong passion for the future. The loss of his beautiful daughter, Gianna, makes this moment even more devastating ..... Melania and I send our warmest condolences to Vanessa and the wonderful Bryant family. May God be with you all!

– President Donald Trump

Kobe was a legend on the court and just getting started in what would have been just as meaningful a second act. To lose Gianna is even more heartbreaking to us as parents. Michelle and I send love and prayers to Vanessa and the entire Bryant family on an unthinkable day. – former President Barack Obama

I’m heartbroken and devastated my brother!! Man I love you big bro. My heart goes to Vanessa and the kids. I promise you I’ll continue your legacy man! You mean so much to us all here especially #LakerNation and it’s my responsibility to put this (expletive) on my back and keep it going!!

Please give me the strength from the heavens above and watch over me! I got US here! There’s so much more I want to say but just can’t right now because I can’t get through it! Until we meet again my brother!! #Mamba4Life #Gigi4Life”

– LeBron James

Nooooooooooo God please No! – former NBA superstar Dwyane Wade

God, we ALL need Washington Wizards Bradley Beal

you! – guard

We miss you already Kobe – New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady

My heart hurts for Kobe and his family. Life aint fair man. This cant be – Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Andrew McCutchen