Jerry West Says Kobe’s Parents & Sisters Are ‘Traumatized’ by His Sudden Death
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- Опубликовано: 27 янв 2020
- After Kobe Bryant’s shocking death, Lakers legend Jerry West opened up about their close friendship.
West considered Bryant to be a part of his family, telling “Extra’s” Billy Bush, “I feel like I lost a son… When we traded for him, he was 17. To watch him grow up and be part of our family for two to three months here, he'd come here and have dinner. My son would drive him around to practice. My son Ryan took him places.”
One of Jerry’s sons has been in communication with one of Kobe’s sisters since his death. West shared, “His personal family, is just traumatized and devastated, as any family would be.” 
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I’m certain he was hoping Kobe would speak at his funeral, not the other way around. God bless all involved, and there’s a lot of people.
They were estranged for years.
Jeffrey Hinman Amen🙏🌹💯
acajudi100 DONT KNOW WHERE YOU GET THAT BULLSHIT FROM.
KOBE WAS MORE CLOSE TO JERRY THAN HIS OWN DAD JOE JELLY BEAN WHO HE LATER REACQUAINTED WITH
@Gui MV That information hasn't been released yet.
@@acajudi100 Death sometimes cancels out such petty things. I'm sure Mr. West is very hurt at this tragic lost.
As a true Kobe fan I would never ever bash his parents and sisters. They knew him before the money and fame. We didn’t. Period.
Shenyae T amen 🙏🏿
Shenyae T his parents didn’t attend his wedding and he was 20 years old period!
Josie Huslloimea you don’t know what happened you clown
He was good with them he helps with the education and he give 💰 to his parents, his mother choose to don't talk with him for several years so now is forever! she doesn't have to worry, his daddy he was talking with him he is in peace knowing that he didn't regrets nothing Kobe was sad because they didn't show up to celebrate with him! but now is too late he doesn't need nobody!
Hmu on Facebook dreskimclean i want you😘😘😘
I’m sure Jerry never imagined he’d outlive that bright eyed 17 year old. 😢
vitola1111 Wow very true!
Wow, putting it like that really makes you truly understand his pain.
There are no words how sad this is. People die everyday, but this is so tragic. To lose the beautiful young girls on the helicopter as well. Children lost their mother and father.
Or Magic Johnson
God should hv give some more time for atleast his kids its not fair ,wen i will go to the god ,, definitely i will ask him why he do like this !! I feel sorry for the family !! May god give them a lots of strenght to bear this not repairable lose my condolence ,, super man Sir koby RIP 🙏🏿🙏🏿
You can tell he has been crying a lot and very distraught. He loved Kobe deeply. He cared for him like a son. 💔🙏
U should have saw him on tnt Tuesday. Him and shaq was a wreck
Heidi Marie yes that was his adopted son he adored him like a son 💕
I have never in my 40 some years seen so many men cry like babies for Kobe it goes to show Kobe had an impact on a lot of people and that is why they mourn his loss so deeply rest in peace Kobe we love you and baby GIgi
tragic ; I totally agree with you
Yes it breaks my heart 😩😥🙏
This man is so humble and soft spoken. He helped Kobe every step of the way.
God bless you Jerry
arse lovr / Stupidest shit ever written
arse lovr Do you google car crashes before you get in a car you fucking idiot? You think that’s going to save you?
arse lovr u are a jackass moron
Kobe took helicopters thousands of times, he probably didn’t think twice about it. The pilot should’ve known it was too foggy/cloudy to be flying
Trend Setter good man indeed
Mr. West, while grieving and obviously distraught, has shared so much of himself with the media during this tragic time. Amazing man.
God puts people in our lives either by paths crossing and sometimes chance. I can tell Kobe meant the World to Mr. West.
Jerry West stand up guy
West is a very private man but i know he wants the world to know how much koby meant to him
@Tony Roberts He was a writer. An oscar winning writer. A father of 4 girls. A coach. A leader of the community. A son. A brother. So much more than you say.
@Tony Roberts and you are a bitter troll who no one will shed a tear for when dead
I named my 5 year son Kobe after the great Kobe Bryant and we got to meet Kobe through Make a Wish Foundation when my son was battling Leukemia
That’s beautiful to hear man I hope he keeps progressing he’s got the black mamba on his side ❤️
Thank you
Aww...🤗
🙏🏾❤💔
Did you get to tell Kobe Bryant that you named your son after him? I’m sure it would’ve meant a lot.
Jerry has been crying since Sunday
Omg. When an old man cries over a grown man. It hurts
Jerry we love you for bringing the greatest “Kobe Bryant” The Mamba” to us all
That poor man hasn't had any sleep at all you can tell by just looking at him...
KOLBE! YOU WILL BE MISSED BUT NEVER FORGOTTEN. BLESSINGS TO THE KOLBE FAMILY AND ALL OF YOUR FANS OVER THE WORLD!!!! REST IN PEACE!
Watching 80 something old Jerry West with teary eyes telling us about Kobe is heartbreaking!
David Ng he’s been by his side for nearly 25 years I don’t blame him for tearing up he’s been by his side his entire career he got to be with him when he was drafted and when he retired he’s been their with him for over half his life.
Jesus. I remember seeing how happy Jerry looked to steal him in that trade from Charlotte.. from him to Chick Hearn to all the LA legends they knew he was special
@Beverley Hohn Chang You need to get a grip, although tragic, People expire everyday young fellow. Kobe would actually say get back to work be strong and continue life.
Couldnt agree more, so sad.
He is great condition for 81 years
Kobe alone was already devastating but to have his daughter go too was even more heart wrenching. This is going to take awhile to recover from. 😢
mytubeeeee I’m with you.
You're right about that
Yes
And all the other people that were killed and their familes...deep sympathy to them too
lolo baker I agree. I think because we saw Kobe in the media so much.. I can’t help but to feel like I knew him personally even though we never met before. I think that’s why we all feel so deeply affected by this but I totally agree.. sympathy to the lives aboard that helicopter.
Parents who have lost their children have said burying a child is one of the worse experiences in the world. Praying for his parents and siblings as well.
Yes lost my son 33 years old . It's an constant ache pain hurt and your chest constantly hurts. If you are not careful you really can die of an broken heart. 😢
The divorce rate when a couple loses a child is near the 100% tile. The mental illness that comes when you bury a child is also right up there near the 100% tile. We hope and pray for her and her children. They'll never be a normal for her again.
Chollie s Yes it is I lost my daughter in 2009 & I think of her every day.She was only 37 yrs old and left 3 kids.God is the only one who can bring you through something like this My heart is broken for his entire family 💔🙏
@@rosettascott8549 Wow, Rosetta, I am so sorry. I am born the youngest of 16 and we are down to eight. When my parents were still alive they had already experienced losing one to full term miscarry, one at 2 years old, one at, 21, one at 29. My dad passed 18 years after my mom and lost four more that took us to 8. It is very heart breaking. In 1999, I had a near death experience from a tragic car accident and I shared the experience with some that gave them great peace.
Chilliest Thank you so much for your response to me.Wow🤦🏽♀️ you have been thru do much! It’s a hard thing when you lose your siblings I’ve lost 5 so far I am so sorry for all you have been through.I have learned that God uses our pain to be a blessing to others.Only you can touch the lives of certain people because of what you have been through.This is your ministry.Continue to let God use you for His glory! Let’s continue to pray for each other and take one day at a time God will strengthen you and me🙏💞
No celebrity death has ever hit me like Kobe Bryant’s death did, absolutely heartbreaking. I been watching all of the emotional interviews and shed some tears for the worlds greatest, a true legend! Kobe’s name and legacy will live on forever and true legends never die! #RIPKobe #WorldsGreatest #8 #24 #MambaOut
*ReBeCca Jane* Yes indeed. I keep saying to myself “stop watching the videos” because I keep 😢. Seeing all these grown men crying is definitely taking me out.
God bless kobe and gianna
*ReBeCca Jane* I was sad for Michael and Whitney. I still am disappointed they passed.
April 21st 2016...was that day 4 me... but when I heard about this, it took me str8 back... 💜💔💜 O(+>
Dr Martin Luther King Jr., Kennedy, Micheal Jackson, Prince, Cameron Boyce, Gorge Micheals Coby and lastly, Whitney 😭♥️😭
We're all on borrowed time, cherish the time you have.
Funny how we forget quickly and then back to our old ways
Amen! Death reminds us that life is for living an like Kobe, try to make a difference not only in your life but in others lives🙏🙏🙏
There’s an appointment we shall never be late to, that is death.
Anthony Ferrante...thats definitely a true fact...
Amen 🙏
Mr. West’s words was the most real and sincere out of everyone else’s interviews or social posts. Very nice to hear such genuine words from someone who actually knew him.
AKtran25 The Logo, Shaq and tmac’s interviews are all heart-breaking. Watching Shaq cried really brought tears to my eyes.
AKtran25 - also Shaq as he was on with several other commentators.
Shaq also.
It’s just crazy how one man can have a huge impact on the world...
Alfonso Martinez Indeed!
That’s pretty darn amazing!
In pure greatness and fame worldwide, just like Michael Jackson and Muhammad Ali. But now the fragility and randomness of life and death.
Alfonso Martinez I can that Man is Jesus .. rest in peace Kobe💜💛
Amen. Kobie &Gigi. S.I.P. 🙏🏾❤🏀💔
Jerry is such an intelligent, wise and articulate man. Age hasn't affected his mind in the least.
Yes! Isn't it I been saying that since he has been speaking, and looks good he must of had a good life maybe treated black folks good back in the day because he is living a very fruitful long life like god promises
@@vamplife2148
Jerry West was one of the best 🏀 players in the game.
@@karaokecatlady def! But a long prosperous life is god determined not man.made accolades I agree with though and def has given me the wins in 2k lol
@@vamplife2148
Of course.
Was it supposed to?
This shit is killing Jerry West, he really loved him. Honestly, it’s still killing me, I don’t know how long it’ll take me to get over this.
ditto
Probably never😔 I went to a funeral yesterday of a man who lived a full life and had 11 grandkids and 8 great grandkids and I could only think of the 9 nines taken too soon from this world who made it a better place. The more I hear about Kobe and Gianna the more sad I become because they contributed so much to society and gave back so much. My niece had a volleyball game at Gianna Bryant's school (Harbor Day) same day as the funeral. I'm reminded everywhere I turn of those lives lost. I can't even watch basketball without feeling sad. I haven't felt passionate about my Lakers since Kobe retired. The person he was upon retirement was even more remarkable and we wont get to see that and his daughters will have to grow up not being raised by someone who gave 100 who loved them unconditionally and his wife wont have him by her side. Just hurts my heart. It's not the way I ever imagined someone so great like him leaving this world with his daughter, the next mamba, Mambacita. Seems unfair and I've yet to find any peace about what happened to him and his daughter and their friends.
Rachel Anne damn, I know it’s worse for all of you in LA. I’m from Philly, where we booed him for years because of something he said in the 2001 Finals but in his last game here, we finally let him hear the cheers and it makes me feel good knowing it meant so much to him to hear the cheers of his home crowd. I’m so sry for your loss and I hope someday we all can wrap our minds around this crazy tragedy.
This is devastating, I lost my my mom who was a gym teacher and didn’t appreciate how much sports means to us, here was a guy who got it and wanted to pass it on, just heart breaking
I didn't know Kobe personally and sorry was not a big sports fan but wow this is too much for me. I'm going through some tough stuff at the moment, dealing with two sick and elderly parents, aunt's and uncles are sick and elderly now death of such a young man who has impacted so many people.
I heard about the accident about 45 minutes into my work shift and could not believe it! Everybody knows the name Kobe! RIP Kobe and Gigi
Still cannot believe this has happened.
Yes Georgia, like a bad dream. I thought this was a hoax at first.
Me neither this is insane
Kobe gave Lucifer (Jay Z) his final game ball. Kobe checked out the game with 4.1 seconds left, he died at 41. LeBron gave a long eulogy after the game he passed Kobe while wearing Kobe tribute shoes and meeting Bill Clinton.
- Kobe’s 666th game was his 81 point game.
- Kobe died on 01/26/2020 (0 + 1 + 2 + 6 + 2 + 0 + 2 + 0 = 13)
- Kobe was the 13th overrall pick of the draft.
- Kobe’s daughter died at age 13.
- Kobe died on the first 26th of the new decade, (13 + 13 = 26)
- LeBron passes Kobe in scoring against the 76ers. (7 + 6 = 13)
- Chamberlain Heights did an episode where Kobe’s helicopter crashed.
- Chamberlain was the youngest NBA MVP that died, now Kobe takes that place. (Wilt also wore the number 13)
- The Eagles won the Superbowl (Kobe’s team) in a game where the Patriots left 13 points off table by missing the extra XP, field goal, safety, and a turnover on 4th down in the red zone.
- Kobe sold helicopter toys.
- Beyonce had parachute jackets in the past month.
- Aaliyah and Kobe died in aircrafts to important events on a Sunday and 8 other people were casualties.
Yes it has but don't worry one day god will take you as well 🤔🤔🤔
GEORGIA+ FEEL FREE TO CRY ON MY SHOULDERS WHILE I HUG YOU
Really sad, especially for the baby that will never know her dad.
His name sake his youngest little baby girl. Devastating.
@MARCVS LICINIVS CRASSVS ... The thought of that beautiful baby -
N E V E R having a memory, a hug, a kiss , playing, running with her daddy, has me crying all over again. This is so hard to take. 😪I just keep thinking about when that helicopter was plummeting into that mountain / and I just start BAWLING 😪😪😪😪😪😪
This is not E V E N. right .
At least they have coverage of their dad on tv and social media to look at.
@@lorrainefimbres7470 I think that will make it worse in the long run. They'll be constantly answering questions about a man they never knew.
IKR!! at least she will have pics and videos...she wont know her older sister either
God bless Kobe parents,regardless to what, his mother sacrificed her life to bring him into this world, no material things, nor money amounts to what a real mother stands for. (Rip to Kobe and his daughter)
I CONCUR DEAR🙏🏽🙏🏽😍😍
That only applies to the good mothers. There are moms who kill their own children. So, I'm with you up until a point. Thank goodness Kobe's mom loved him and raised him well.
Corie Barnes
Yes, very true. Just think that his dad paved the way for him because he was a pro basketball player, and his parents took him to Italy, where he later learned to speak fluent Italian. His mom named him, and of course had him. So he owed them a lot, and for them to have not even been mentioned during the memorial service is bullshit. I don’t like the girl he married at all. And this Kobe would not have been who he was had it not been for his parents.
@@kevinasantiago8799 👍🏾👏🏾👏🏾
Respect to this man, Jerry West. He obviously loved, cared, and is just genuinely compassionate. How can you not shed a tear listening to him speak of Kobe... Thank you Jerry for your words of love and kindness.
R.I.P. Kobe and Gianna
Kwadjitsu FPV he’s a good man, respect
Jerry West is pure class.
Much Respect Mr. West
30 years from now
ME: yells kobe while throwing the trash away
SON: Dad, what does that mean?
ME: LET ME TELL YOU A STORY OF GREATNESS.
*THAT'S PRETTY RESPECTFUL OF YOU* *made me smile my friend !!*
Chills, after reading that!!!
Well son there used to be a specific type of premium steak in Japan...
@Clippers Suck are u socially inept. Were trying to spread positivity here
My eyes filled with tears...
God bless Kobe's parents Lord knows what they are going through, and his sister's. Lord give them some type of peace through the mourning 🙏
Amen
It's sad that it takes a death to say you love your son. Too bad they didn't say that when Kobe was alive. Instead they sold his precious memorabilia and turned down Kobe's gift for them for raising him which was a million dollar house.
Josie Huslloimea
Actually his parents were left with nothing. They have no rights to his money. It’s that chick who he was married to, she gets it all. His folks were right about disagreeing with him getting married. No kid in their early 20’s at the height of their career need to be thinking about marriage. So I’m not mad at his parents for not showing up at that wedding. He was much too young. And I believe their was no prenup signed by this girl, let alone such a thing discussed between the two. As I said, his chick gets it all.
Never met Kobe but damn this hurts like a family member
So do I😪😪
I know what u mean & I'm not even a basketball fan!!!!
I’ve seen him in person once and I feel lucky now.
He was the BEST & showed his "BEST" to all of us. Encouraging everyone to do/be their best by his intelligence, will to teach & lead by DEDICATED EXAMPLE' of BEING a strong Black Man, Father, Athlete, author, friend etc that We are so, so proud of knowing. In our lifetime lets cherish our exposure to His Greatness & humananity. Memorials are needed to further impact his legacy... missed ALREADY...
I totally agree it's as if I lost a brother a son and a child...I know this pain first hand all we can do is thank the Lord Jesus Christ for lending them to us for the time they were be allotted for this life...and thank him even more for the Paradise they will be resting in eternity. Im so sorry for the ones who are left behind to greive.
RIP Kobe, his daughter and everyone else who died in the crash.
Green Mountain Brownie sad everyone starts off with “ Kobe and his daughter “
First name Last name
It's not really sad. Kobe was a celebrity. Most people probably wouldn't have even heard of this crash had he not been on it. I still see and hear their names mentioned. I don't know why people are so insulted that more people knew who Kobe Bryant was than the other people on the helicopter. Of course more people know who he was.
IT TAKES A REAL MAN TO LET YOU SEE HIM CRY.
Kobe had the most infectious smile. Just listening to him talk his eyes would light up and his smile would just spread across his face. We were so blessed to experience the ball player and the man. Seeing him as a father you knew that he had a get role model. My prayers go out to his wife and children as well as to his parents and sisters. As well as all the other families. God rest their souls.
Kobe was surrounded by some really amazing people. That gives me some semblance of peace.
Sandra A around some real fuckin billionaires with hella success
It's okay to cry Mr. Jerry West.. We've ALL cried and we didn't KNOW him like You did! My prayers are with everybody hurting, but especially His friends and family and the other families involved. May God be with them.🙏💕
V Malone that’s true. Even if I knew him only on tv, I love this man Kobe for coming to PH and brought joy to young boys.
Man I’ve been crying since Sunday
You can tell that he's been crying for days🙏❤
This comment! My heart is heavy
So so sad. No words.
Their deaths is the most talked about in South Africa. Our social media is full of their tragedy. We are so hurt and disturbed by this. May all their souls rest in eternal peace. God bless his family
“To lead is to serve.” This is a great man. A spiritual man with compassion and a selfless character.
You can see in this mans face how much pain he is feeling in his heart .
Kobe was a messenger from heaven, he came to this world to show kindness, Empathy, and gratitud, his game was his tool to reach and touch every human here on Earth, now hes gone back to heaven, RIP KOBE, ...You will forever live in our hearts!!!
JE G Well said. Much Respect
🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻💔
Amen! Well stated.
George Hornsby SHUT UP. SHE LIED
He was a guy who played bastket ball thats it
I pray for Jerry’s well being. I hope he doesn’t die from a broken heart. 💔♥️❤️🧡💛💚💙🖤
I respect mr. west so much to hear him speak so highly about this man speaks a lot of value
His eyes are so red from tears. God love him and everyone else whos been affected by this horrible tragedy
My heart goes out to Jerry West to see how you feel about Kobe I know Kobe was like a son to him my heart goes out to Kobe family and the people who have lost their loved one
Carolyn Crzybiytch81 Stewart s Sa xz
Carolyn Crzybiytch81 Stewart such pain god is showing everybody something what we hv yet to figure out 💥💥💥❣️
@@caffrey1100things called gods are made up nonsense.
Man everyone is hurting right now. Young kids who looked up to him, older adults who loved him.
Parm I think Kobe wanted to die and not have people be sad but be happy on what remark he left on this earth.
Umm
No
Not everyone.
Stop..
@voitdive He had his own foundation for families in need not to mention him donating millions to other foundations such as "make a wish foundation" and cancer foundations. Before you try to minimize someone's honor What have you accomplished in comparison bruh? Not a damn thing. So Stfu and mind yo damn business and continue worry about what YOU are trying to accomplish whatever that is. You probably just mad nobody wont give a damn when you kick the bucket.
@@jayso9359 perfectly said!
Kobe was one year younger than me. Everything becomes real when people your age start to die. Tragic. Surreal seeing people who are older than him talk about him in the past tense. He was underappreciated when he was alive, as hard as that sounds. Now everyone is realizing what they lost.
Kobe and Gigi would’ve changed WNBA if they had gotten the chance
I would've liked to have seen that.😢
That was certainly their trajectory.
They would have been awesome!
Right. I'm a big supporter of the WNBA, and that father daughter duo, would have definitely changed it to something bigger, and better.
@@mmiller8373
GiGi took after her daddy, that's for sure.
It was beautiful how Kobe embraced being the father of daughters.
@@80s4everever Facts. I've always wanted to have 4 or 5 daughters just like Kobe. Father's love their daughters.
For real, I remember watching the mamba basketball team play and you just new them girls where gonna be something special.
Jerry West is sharp for an 82 year old.
So horrible. It’s the saddest time. Can’t stop thinking of his wife. Too much to bear. He was a great man. Legend forever.
Gina Feddersen me too can’t stop thinking about his wife
So much to bear. Can’t fathom her grief. Two huge holes have been left in her life. I hope everyone gives her privacy.
Me too...😪
I can't stop thinking about his parents.
This man was like his second father , you can see the admiration and love he had for Kobe ... hurts my heart to see this man so devastated.. 🥺
I’m still stunned at this tragedy. I’m a father. A father of a little girl. I cannot imagine those final moments with your child. I listen to Jerry West and I cry. It’s like he lost his son. He knew Kobe when he was a kid. Kobe was my generations only mega athlete super star. He was my age. He was my generations Jordan. Kobe doesn’t die! This is a sobering reality that tomorrow is not promised to anyone! No matter who you are. Love life. Love your loved ones. Try your best. Teach your children to try their best...always...never short change yourself. If you lose you lose! Just give it your ALL!
Your words are so beautiful and thoughtful! Thank you!
Supa Nova God bless you. Your words are absolutely beautiful and true💙
Hold your baby close❤
I hope they all had time to sort send peace and love towards each other before the crash. I don’t think Jerry will recover from this
Super Nova Such wise and beautiful words - Thank you 🙏🏾
I have so much respect for Mr. Jerry West. Kobe was a son to him. Sad to see Jerry heartbroken.
Thank you, Mr. West. I've been taught by my very astute husband that you wear most honorable worthiness. There are some wonderful pictures painted by the most human moments that are captured on today 's waves of communication's avenues. May you be wrapped in a blanket of comfort while you walk your hours of pain
M Pat 💔
God bless you sir 🙏 Mr West 🙏 ❤ thank you for the love you had for kobe 🙏 stay strong i salute you 🙏 ❤ 💙
This interview was so heartfelt.... Jerry’s eyes were hard to watch 😔😔😔💔✌🏽
Oh Lord Jesus! Please, please help Kobe's family and friends heal during this difficult time.
Amen...
Made up nonsense superstition.
"Indeed, to God we belong and to God we shall return."
Make the right choice, Heaven or hell. Choose Jesus and you will make it into Heaven.
Muslims always say this when someone dies.
#AllALONE 🙏🏽😔
Nacculate Vassell don’t judge him, he believes in Islam and I’m a Muslim myself. I don’t believe that Jesus died neither he is God or son. But I believe he was a prophet sent out to mankind for a message but I believe that he will come at the end of times. I believe that God is only one no one else other than him.
God give Jerry West strength, I can see the hurt in his eyes.
I'm really glad that he had Jerry West in his life! Good man!
liked ur video, plz sub 2 me. Rip kobe. legend
Humbllama fuck out of here trynna use him
Yes
Who wouldn’t want the NBA logo in they life?
@@mokushmasmo6009 Your confirmation number is #402966504
Paul walker @ 40 yrs old and now Kobe @ 41 yrs old. You guys I can’t my heart can’t deal. I’m just so hurt that two of my fave will never walk earth again amongst us. 😥
iMolika Men-Thlang
I thought the exact same 🕊
I loved Paul too:-(( No words... I just can’t accept that Kobe and his daughter died...😢
I am so glad he mentioned Kobe's parents and siblings!!!
I wanted to hear from Kobe’s parents. They molded him into the person he would become. We would not have him if it wasn’t for them. Regardless of what transpired between them, forgiveness should have been given at this time.
Argo QM2: Perhaps in the healing process from the lost of their loved ones, when the wounds are not as raw, it is possible, one can forgive. But one can not forgive, if you are not there yet. It is said, a person has to forgive, him/herself first, before you can forgive another....
We can, and perhaps, should pray for the healing process of the families🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗
Idk why i feel Kobe's Wife was part of WHY his Family Did not speak during Da Memorial but i PRAY #SheDidNot 🙉🤞🏾🤦🏾if so #JesusTakeTheWheel🙏🏽😔
@@shanteecoleman8109 They didn't approve of his marriage to her. I don't know if they ever did but his sisters started opening up to her. This Is just what I read so take it with a grain of salt. There was an incident regarding his parents trying to sell his personal items from his childhood. That really pissed him off. Above anything else, I believe that's what truly drove a wedge in their relationship. But no matter what they were family. Time heals all. Unfortunately they never got that chance. No one expected his death .
This man is a gentleman in every sense of the word. When you care for people you are in their corner no matter what. You celebrate their success, and you are with them when things go south. Sounds like this is the relationship was reciprocal.
Please "PRAY" for Vanessa and their daughters!! God please get them thru this difficult time!!🙏🙏🙏❤❤❤😢
Praying for them AND his parents.
@@blessedk77 THIS. I Have noticed so many people are quick to mention "the seven others" and, of course, Vanessa and her children but I haven't seen that same energy when it comes to his parents who raised him and his sibling who grew up with him. That cuts just as deep if not more.
Not only them
Pray for everyone that lost their love one in that horrific accident.
Ebony Miracle well said... there would be no Kobe without them...
@@nacculatevassell8138 Of course, thanks to people like yourself they will always be remembered and often acknowledged just for simply being on the same helicopter as Kobe and his daughter.
My heart is so heavy. We will never forget you Kobe, and Gianna. Hearing Jerry speak of Kobe, you can tell how much he cared and loved him. RIP to all 9 who lost their lives last Sunday. My prayers are with the families. 💔🙏
Jerry hit it right on the head when he talked about those who criticized him for shooting too much! These same people are now praising him. What hypocrites!!
He had a beautiful aura, special in all aspects. He's been called somewhere else with his beloved daughter.
🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏💔😭
Yes he did
I hope Vanessa and Kobe’s parents are together at this time . It helps with trauma to grief together. Prayers up 🙏🏽
Don't think so..they dont get along
The L.Z Show death has a way of making people realize what really matters! I really hope they make amends.
@@sammiedarden6941 I agree
Tomorrow is not promised to anyone of any age, so avoid strife, love, laugh, appreciate your loved ones and stay positive no matter what.
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I want to take time to pray for his parents. I have heard they were not close anymore , but I am a mom. I cannot even process the thought of losing one of my children. I know his wife is hurting and grieving and my heart goes out to her as well she lost a child and her husband , God Bless her But think of the Bryant’s as well.
Fathers protect their children, especially their daughters, and it breaks my heart that Kobe could not protect his daughter from this tragedy. RIP Kobe and Gianna.
Like the other man couldn't protect his wife and daughter. Tragic loss for all
@@jimmyc2895 we know that.
thats kinda messed up it sounds like your implying kobe could have saved gianna
I love you Jerry
You are the father we all need at this time
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John that’s not what he’s saying at all
I didn’t cry when my father died. I cried listening and watching Jerry. Rest in Heaven to all involved. Kobe Bryant thank you.
@Sharmean knowles 82 is a pretty ripe age, you expect a person to die around that time, its also the way Kobe and everyone died, especially since he had his daughter with him.
It was probably bittersweet for you for your dad because you know he lived a long life, this was just tragic, almost like a freak accident
What I've been seeing is this that people are softening their hearts during this tragic loss and telling people to love those around you including those that have hurt you. You never know when someone won't be there any more. Life is precious. Be kind to one another.
Donna Ickes believe Jesus is showing us something 💥💥💥 listen
@@caffrey1100 it has nothing to do with your evil fucking religion which has plagued humanity with the worst atrocities for eons. Fuck you and your bullshit lies and propaganda religion.
@@anthonygaydotcom It is humanity that has plagued humanity. The heart of man is universally evil.
@@jctell1014 fuc religions and their imaginary gods
Honestly I’m not a huge basketball fan. But, I can tell Kobe was truly loved by the tears of his friends. Damn, a major major loss. RIP.
"So teach us to number our days that we may gain a heart of wisdom." Psalm 90:12
In other words help me to live in light of eternity.
seranadesongs AMEN...
I really hope kobe reconcile with his Parents.
That is one of my MOST favorite scriptures
@@georginas2251 He did later on..
seranadesongs Hallelujah
this is the same scripture that came strongly to my heart 2 weeks after my husband's sudden death.
Someone needs to keep and eye on Vanessa and the kids... and also the other folks that were in in this tragic fatal death ....a love death can be very depressing and sometimes the devil gets in your head... it took me two years and a half an I’m still emotional thinking about mine. I hope and pray that everyone is around positive love ones!!!! My heart goes out to all that were effected in this nightmare fatal death.
Very true I grieve hard and sometimes fall into depression when tragic things happens the devil will indeed get in your head
@LaCosa x there are a few heartless and unstable ppl commenting. So it’s great to see good hearted and genuine people here. You’re amazing 💖
Facts
Thank you for your kind sentiments. Very poignant and thoughtful. So many others just want to comment and speculate.
They (his family) will be fine.. i am sure kobe told them what to do if he would go FIRST!
Jerry west l one of the most classiest guys you will ever meet
You can tell his biggest heart break is losing Kobe. He’s gonna take that loss with him when it’s his time 😔
Respect for jerry west, the man that believed in Kobe and traded for him... RIP Mamba and Gigi! #8/24/2 and all the others who also lost their lives on this tragic accident.
Jerry brings a fatherly calm we need
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@@leleleanna5604 Re-read the initial comment carefully.
Pamela Kunert his comment didn’t say that he just changed it so I can sound dumb so mind ur business
Pamela Kunert his comment before said rip mamba and Gigi not the other people
@@leleleanna5604 your point is? You wanna argue go do it somewhere else.. i didnt comment on this video to have people like you trying to look good.
In a blink of an eye *RICH OR POOR* its all gone!
Like Billy said, we need to stop the hate, *LEFT OR RIGHT*
We all bleed the same colour!!
God Bless the Bryant Family, and everyone that died Sunday morning!!
Wanda Burgess Very wise statement. Stay strong
Wanda Burgess amen to that ❤️
Philosophy
@@truckinfam2207
Thanks, you also!
@@ingrid3032
Thanks, Ingrid!
Damn this was the saddest interview. Shows that love has no color.
So true
Jerry West has thought against racism all his life,
his parents did put colour on love!! they have not spoken to him for years because he choosed to love a woman who is not black!
@@tigern_i_f_rimeri6069 it's always nice to see a mirror image however who u fall in love with is who u fall in love with
I hear you but you can’t blame People who have been victims thier entire existence and the people before them and before them for telling thier son something that we would only understand to protect him
Jerry West is such a classy man. Amazing speaker and in depth with his emotions. God Bless his broken heart 💔
I advise anyone who does not know Jerry West. He never has a filter. He is really hurting. West Virginia guy.
My mom lives in WVA.
I went to HS and college in WV. My parents retire there. RIP
Wild & Wonderful. Home & proud that Mr West is a piece of WV
They should build a Kobe Bryant statue in front of staples center for his legacy’s.
Eddie Lin it was already in the making before this happened
Matthew Anthony 😂
Matthew Anthony
Duh! It’s where Kobe kept his horses.
Matthew Anthony 😂😂😩
Eddie Lin YES THEY SHOULD!
Jerry West what a good and sincere man. He truly had a good relationship with Kobe. I feel his pain 😭 Kobe always looked up to the father figures for guidance. 😘👍🙏
I couldn’t bring myself to watch this until now. Almost a month later and I’m still crying. Rest In Peace Kobe and Gianna Bryant 💜💛
Our times are in God’s hands. God is sovereign. My prayers are with Kobe’s family.
I feel just like you. Its hard to watch this the pain in Jerry eyes says it all. Im thankful Jerry saw something in Kobe that no one did as a die hard Laker fan.
Jerry is a gift from God as well as Kobe was!
True. Jerry made me cry
BuddyK So true! Jerry seems like a really wonderful man and a great friend! Wish I could give him a great big hug!
Facts💯👌🏿
Faith Sylva me also 😢
Tbh, Kobe was like a brother to us all! Which is why we will honor him for the rest of our lives!! 💯
Ace Lee Why?
Cee Michelle...That’s a fact...
Yeah. I’m from the MJ era. When I saw this kid He made me say ‘no way we get two in my era’. RIP
That they went into the kingdom holding each other’s hand is a small comforting blessing.
Oh my At least they both acknowledgd the creator before they pass isn't .wow🤔
His voice is so emotional. He actually loved Kobe. Sad💔💔
Kobe wanted nothing in this world but his family his daughters and being an L.A. Laker. R.I.P.
@@christiancarr8577 Yesterday I would have been in agreement with you totally. I have watched him as as a competitor. In the last two years since he retired there are so many interviews on you tube where he is HAPPY and Smiling throughout. I have a totally different impression of him now. I have been amazed!! Hope you can check them out.
it feels unreal. Kobe was such a good, positive, lighthearted guy. He was an amazing player, and an amazing dad. He loved his family so much. Thank you Kobe for getting me into the game of basketball. RIP Kobe and Gigi Bryant.
Keep his parents in prayer I know how they feel losing a child . There would be NO KOBE if it hadn’t been for them FACTS
My heart also pours out to all of the families and especially for the parents of any person on that plane. I also know what it feels like to lose your child. God bless his parents, Gigi's mom and all of the families.
Well said. I watched the memorial at the staples center and found it interesting Shaq or Michael didn't mention them. You would hope sudden death would erase trivial grievances...
Prayers for Jerry West for him to overcome this tragedy, he's well into his 80's and him crying continuously isn't healthy for him
The tears are a cleansing....him. Cognitive therapy includes talking and yes, crying. Jerry West loved him like his very own.
Tears release hurts.
Jerry is stronger and tougher than you give him credit.Jerry West was born and raised in West Virginia. Same as me and I have followed him throughout my 63 year ife. I saw a lot in Kobe Bryant that reminded me of Jerry West. I'm sure Jerry did too.
@@DavidWvu that's true, I'm sure he'll pull through. It's obviously still difficult for him but I just feel like celebrating his life is what's really best at this point.
Legends don’t die. They live forever in our hearts. Rest in power Mamba and Mambacita. RIP to all who perished.
God bless all
Jerry west really love Kobe like father this bringing tears to my eyes 👀 rest peace my brother
Of course his PARENTS and sisters are traumatized! just because Kobe cut them off, this is STILL his FAMILY!! Not to be mean, but his wife can get a NEW hubby but his MOM/Sisters/Kids can't get a know SON, Brother or Dad
Hate the way the media NEVER speaks of his parents. But I thank GOD that GOD recognizes his MOM and DAD and we should Honor our Parents so our days will not be cut short.
I truly hate this happened and prayers to EVERYONE and Sleep well Kobe and ALL who died
My sister said same thing you said
@Josie Huslloimea Calm down Josie. She's been getting all the condolences sweetie...My point, let's not forget his parents. Also, they lost a son AND grandkid. I said, i regret this for everyone involved. Do you have kids? A hubby?
@Josie HuslloimeaNO parents NO Kobe...who do you think instilled the marriage values that he had in him? All i'm saying is they should NOT have been left out because God does not leave them out. Agree to disagree and I'm moving on. Cheers
Jerry West a legend: “This is a very envious world, filled with credible contradictions...” facts. He recognized Kobe’s gift early on and from this interview was one of the first to acknowledge his parents & sisters loss publicly. #Mamba24ever
Bless Jerry West’s heart. It’s amazing to see his heart for Kobe. The Lord bless him & the families of ALL involved!
Father in. Heaven please help his family his. Mother, and. Sisters
His father all who love him. At this time. Protect them.with you're peace, with. Your tender comfort.
Amen
Let the man grieve, I’m sure he still hasn’t fully processed it yet. Every interview I’ve seen of Jerry, he’s got tears in his eyes.
Dina Vargas I mean he probably agreed to it. They’re in his house lmao. Maybe he thinks it helps him. People are different. Sitting alone in silence might feel worse than an interview.
kobe and his family did reconcile after his retirement there's a great interview given by his coach and dad's bff Wayne Slappy that describes gigi (the exact same way her mom did at the memorial) when she would see her grandpa at her games.
Everything I have read ONLY spoke of his Dad making an true effort to be a unconditional love parent. The mother was a different issue.
I applauded you for this interview Sir, especially the last part, you set them straight. Much respect to you. This world is very two face, indeed.
@Tatsujiro Kurogane Reported for hate speech.
@Tatsujiro Kurogane Reported for your disgusting vile comment.
“You go from hoping and praying that hes fine till the reality sucks in and realize he’s no longer here”,I actually felt that since my godfather had cancer,we left his house after visiting him and 5 mins later my godmother called us to comeback cuz she was panicking since idk what(never got told)happened to my godfather,we went back but my mom and dad told us to stay in the truck as they got in his house,we saw the ambulance rush by and they went into my godfathers house,me and my little siblings hoped he could quickly recover,and we saw the ambulance leave about 10 minutes later,so we thought he was fine,but my mom got back and in the truck she told us he was no in peace with god,i broke down and saw him one last time in his bed ,he was also 41 when he died and he had 3 daughters,12,5,3.This was 1 year ago and I want everybody to appreciate who they got right now
“Yesterday is history,
Tomorrow is mistery,
Today is gift,
Thats why its called present.”
-Master Oogway
Sorry for your loss... stay encouraged...
Why everybody pretending his parents don't exist
Ms. Pierce it’s obvious that his patents weren’t as involved as they should have been because they chose not to be due to the fact that they didn’t approve of Kobe being married to a Latina .
Is it really "everybody pretending his parents don't exist"? I don't know The Bryant's personally however the fact that your parents don't support your wedding or retirement from the NBA speaks volume. I don't know if he invited them and they refused not to support or if they didn't attend because they weren't invited? I won't make accusations against anyone. However, it's clear there were some family issues that went unresolved. As a parent, my children don't always do things that I agree with. I don't always do things my children agree with. That doesn't stop us from supporting another. A wedding and retirement are typically considered a huge success. You can't help who you love. I hope the family was able to heal before his untimely death. Prayers of peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Ms. Pierce Right
Sharifa Ellis Preach Kobe wouldn’t be on this earth if without his parents
@@whiteorchid02 ,that is true. Kobe was very young when he met Vanessa ( 17.5 years old) and her parents wanted him not to rush into marriage. Her being a Latina has no bearing on her parent's decision.
I am wondering how Kobe's Mom, Dad and sisters are doing?
❤May God just hold his arms of love, around them.❤🙏✌
Just about how you could never imagine...devastated...beyond words.
Exactly and nobody has given them a platform to speak on or even allowed them to speak at his memorials. The disrespect is too real!!
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Not necessarily. They had a rocky relationship. His parents tried to sell his memorabilia. They were ungrateful for the financial support that he had given them which was already good. They wanted more. He had to sue them and they made a public apology. I believe this was in 2015 or 2016. And, the parents didn't want Kobe to marry her. So they didn't have a good start either. More years of a strained relationship in the beginning. Remember, Vanessa was his wife who knew EVERYTHING. She knew how Kobe felt about his parents. She didn't do anything that he had not already requested. He was a smart man and was prepared for his death. She carried out his wishes. If he wanted them to speak, that would have been arranged, no doubt. We don't know the reasons or any of the details because it was a private family matter. Let's not be quick to judge.
Corie Barnes take your own advice. Your welcome to your opinion and so am I. Even if parents are deceased they are mentioned at their children’s funeral and this wasn’t even the case here. Y’all in so much support of Vanessa bc she’s grieving from loosing her child but don’t give the same respect to Kobe’s parents. I don’t care about that woman selling anything that was left at her house bc it was hers and she should never have had to with a son worth so much money. It’s easy for y’all to say Kobe cut his family off bc they wanted too much but the same much he cut them off from giving he freely have to Vanessa’a family and it wasn’t a problem. The first house he bought Vanessa’s mom could have bought 3 of the ones his mom asked for. But keep believing everything your told too while you still can’t see for looking.
Kobe and Gianna, now you will always remain young and vibrant as your last day on earth, while we all grow old.
Who would give this interview a thumbs down,when he is mourning over someone he cares about that's no longer with us,RIP Kobe America's Legend.
Maybe they disliked because they dislike the fact that Kobe is dead. Dislikes don’t always have to be negative.
@@RubyyVista yes. Its always negative. There are truly evil unconscious zombie fucktards on this planet.
Maybe because there are people who aren't celebrities ...who have lost loved ones just because your a famous person you hear about it nonstop ......like they are more important than other families who have been through the same tragedy ...or even worse things have happened to them like having a child who was murdered ...idk ...
Jerry is connecting with me, like no one else has.i am moved beyond words.
Here here Ray!! 😀
I'm in shocked and cant stop crying everytime I see a new interview or someone sharing their memories of Kobe.💔🐐 #8 #24 #2 we miss you Kobe, Gigi and the other 7 Angels.
"To lead is to serve. The spotlight should be on the led, not the leader. And that's who Kobe Bryant was." - Jerry West
KAY DENÉ very true!
KAY DENÉ agreed!!!!