Kobe Bryant
Date of birth: 1978-08-23
Place of birth: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
Known for: Acting
Also known as: Kobe Bean Bryant, The Black Mamba
Biography
Kobe Bean Bryant (August 23, 1978 – January 26, 2020) was an American professional basketball player. He played his entire 20-year career with the Los Angeles Lakers of the National Basketball Association (NBA). He entered the NBA directly from high school and won five NBA championships. Bryant is an 18-time All-Star, 15-time member of the All-NBA Team, 12-time member of the All-Defensive team and was the NBA's Most Valuable Player (MVP) in 2008. Widely regarded as one of the greatest basketball players of all time, he led the NBA in scoring during two seasons, ranks fourth on the league's all-time regular season scoring and fourth on the all-time postseason scoring list. Bryant is the first guard in NBA history to play at least 20 seasons. At 34 years and 104 days of age, Bryant became the youngest player in league history to reach 30,000 career points. He became the all-time leading scorer in Lakers franchise history on February 1, 2010 when he surpassed Jerry West. During his third year in the league, Bryant was chosen to start the All-Star Game, and he would continue to be selected to start that game for a record 18 consecutive appearances until his retirement. His four All-Star MVP Awards are tied with Bob Pettit for the most in NBA history. At the 2008 and 2012 Summer Olympics, he won gold medals as a member of the U.S. national team. In 2018, Bryant won the Academy Award for Best Animated Short Film for his film Dear Basketball. He died on January 26, 2020, in a helicopter crash outside of Calabasas, California, at the age of 41.
Movie Credits
Kobe Doin' Work
2009-05-16
A documentary following Kobe Bryant during one day of the 2008 NBA playoffs.
1 Love
2003-12-02
From the Academy Award-winning director of When We Were Kings comes this enthralling tribute to the
Untold: Operation Flagrant Foul
2022-08-30
Years after serving time for betting on games he officiated, former NBA referee Tim Donaghy revisits
The Legend of the 81-Point Game
2023-03-14
Widely regarded as one of the greatest basketball players of all time, Kobe Bryant spent his entire
Behind the Shield: The Power and Politics of the NFL
2022-09-23
Celebrated author and Nation magazine sports editor Dave Zirin tackles the myth that the NFL was som
Kobe - Una storia italiana
2022-09-15
The Power of One: The Pokémon 2000 Movie Special
2000-07-16
A promotional concert/behind the scenes special for the American release of Pokémon: The Movie 2000.
I Am Bruce Lee
2012-02-09
Bruce Lee is universally recognized as the pioneer who elevated martial arts in film to an art form,
Queen Vee
2015-06-19
Violet Palmer is one of the best officials in the NBA - male or female. Players, family, and her fel
Beijing 2008 Olympic Opening Ceremony
2008-08-08
The 2008 Summer Olympics opening ceremony was held at the Beijing National Stadium, also known as th
2001-2002 NBA Champions: Los Angeles Lakers
2002-07-23
At the beginning of the 2001-02 NBA season, the Los Angeles Lakers were the two-time defending champ
2009-2010 NBA Champions: Los Angeles Lakers
2010-07-26
In the 2010 season, one challenger after another tried to knock the Los Angeles Lakers off their NBA
When They Were Young
2011-06-13
Every NBA star can tell you exactly how they felt on the day they were drafted. It’s a time of antic
The Book of Kobe Bryant
2022-05-31
The Book of Kobe Bryant is an original, full-length documentary centered around the life and career
2008-2009 NBA Champions - Los Angeles Lakers
2009-07-14
In a blockbuster performance deserving of Hollywood, the Los Angeles Lakers added the latest sequel
Jack and Jill
2011-11-11
Jack Sadelstein, a successful advertising executive in Los Angeles with a beautiful wife and kids, d
Nash
2013-01-01
This coming of age documentary chronicles the life of NBA All Star Steve Nash as he tries to navigat
Michael Jackson Memorial
2009-07-07
A live telecast of the public memorial service for the king of pop, Michael Jackson.
Born To Ball
2003-07-15
Raise up on 'em . . . and drop it like it's hot! Cross 'em up and leave your man on his heels, then
Kobe's Farewell Game
2016-04-13
The Redeem Team
2022-10-07
Using unprecedented Olympic footage and behind-the-scenes material, The Redeem Team tells the story
Gone Before His Time: Kobe Bryant
2024-01-26
Recount the achievements—some personal, some professional, and many halted—of an NBA legend before h
Kobe: The Interview
2015-02-16
The hour-long documentary is a portrait of a basketball artist as an older man. In a longform discus
Kobe Bryant's Muse
2015-02-28
Documentary that goes behind the stats to reveal the story of Kobe Bryant's career, exploring the me
2003-2004 NBA Champions - Detroit Pistons
2004-06-30
The underdog Detroit Pistons shocked the basketball world by defeating the heavily favored Los Angel
Kobe: Life Of A Legend
2020-01-01
What goes into making a legend' In the world of sports few names are as synonymous with the game tha
Nowitzki: The Perfect Shot
2014-09-18
This documentary chronicles the life story of the Dallas Mavericks' Dirk Nowitzki and his inspiring
Michael Jackson's Journey from Motown to Off the Wall
2016-02-06
Director Spike Lee chronicles Michael Jackson's early rise to fame.
The Blackout - Fat Joe Vs Jay-Z At The Rucker
2003-08-01
If you’re a fan of basketball, or if you’re from New York City, you have heard about Rucker Park, th
Taylor Swift: The 1989 World Tour - Live
2015-12-20
Filmed in front of 76,000 fans at the ANZ Stadium in Sydney, Australia, "The 1989 World Tour Live" c
Dear Basketball
2017-04-23
An animated telling of Kobe Bryant's titular poem, signaling his retirement from the sport that made
Daddy's Home
2015-12-25
The story of a mild-mannered radio executive who strives to become the best stepdad ever to his wife
2010 NBA Champions: Los Angeles Lakers
2010-07-27
Relive the Lakers stirring run to glory on this action-packed recap of the 2010 NBA Finals. You’ll g
The Black Mamba
2011-09-21
Nike's Black Mamba film, starring Kobe Bryant, made its debut at the NBA All Star Weekend. The almos
Quiet Storm: The Ron Artest Story
2019-05-17
In the world of professional sports, no American athlete ever came back from a mental health disorde
2000-2001 NBA Champions: Los Angeles Lakers
2001-07-17
When the 2001 season began, many expected the Los Angeles Lakers to repeat as NBA Champions. But few
1999-2000 NBA Champions: Los Angeles Lakers
2000-11-21
As they entered the 1999-2000 season, the Los Angeles Lakers seemed destined for greatness. After a
One Love Volume 1: The Game, The Life
2005-04-15
One Love features the top NBA All-Stars of the day and gives the viewer a clear view of how they got
ATS with Kobe Bryant
2020-01-31
SHOWTIME Sports’ new podcast ALL THE SMOKE WITH MATT BARNES AND STEPHEN JACKSON features an in-depth
LA Originals
2020-04-10
Photographer Estevan Oriol and artist Mister Cartoon turned their Chicano roots into gritty art, imp
Kobe Bryant: The Death of a Legend
2020-01-28
An ABC News partnered with ESPN Special following NBA superstar Kobe Bryant and his daughter, Gianna
NB90s
2013-09-04
A look at the NBA and its players during the 1990s, including Michael Jordan's all-conquering Chicag
Tony Parker: The Final Shot
2021-01-06
The background and career of Tony Parker, whose determination led him to become arguably the greates
American Trial: The Eric Garner Story
2020-05-29
By depicting real-life witnesses and actual evidence in a courtroom setting, American Trial will tel
The Day Sports Stood Still
2021-03-24
The story of the unprecedented sports shutdown in March of 2020 and the remarkable turn of events th
Be Legendary: A Devin Booker Documentary
2021-06-18
The journey of Devin Booker is one of loyalty and patience. After years of being under the radar, re
Ready or Not: The 96 NBA Draft
2021-04-11
A deep dive into the iconic players, stories, trades, and legacy of the iconic 1996 NBA draft, which
Legends of The Court
2020-10-10
Throughout the years, the NBA has developed many stars that have gone on to do incredible things. So
Kobe‘s 81 Points Game
2006-01-22
The Life & Times of Kobe Bryant
2024-12-19
"The Life & Times of Kobe Bryant" is an original, full-length documentary that takes the viewer on t
Eight on Eight
2025-01-20
The stories of 8 individuals & the lasting impact the late Kobe Bryant had on their lives.
Jalen Vs. Everybody
2017-06-06
Follows former NBA star and current TV personality Jalen Rose as he juggles his career responsibilit
Lenny Cooke
2013-12-06
In 2001, Lenny Cooke was the most hyped high school basketball player in the country, ranked above f