"The NBA family is devastated by the tragic passing of Kobe Bryant and his daughter, Gianna," said NBA commissioner Adam Silver. My condolences goes out to the Bryant family and the families of the other passengers on board. Michelle and I send love and prayers to Vanessa and the entire Bryant family on an unthinkable day." Current US President Donald Trump said: "Kobe Bryant, despite being one of the truly great basketball players of all time, was just getting started in life. Kobe Bryant, his daughter Gianna and other passengers.

Source: BBC January 26, 2020 23:02 UTC