People all around the world have found ways to honor the late Kobe Bryant after the 41-year-old passed away in a helicopter crash this past weekend. Apparently, mourning is not limited to real people as Disneyland's ‘Fab 5' of Mickey, Minnie, Goofy, Donald and Pluto (or those who are dressed in character) had their own way of paying homage to the NBA legend.
The group of characters walked into the screen while demonstrating Bryant's famous jump shot gesture. The fab five then huddled before breaking the huddle with the same gesture.
Someone sent me this video of the Fab Five at Disneyland honoring Kobe Bryant by breaking their huddle with the ‘Kobe!’ jump shot gesture. pic.twitter.com/HEFtUQ3NEU
— Tomer Azarly (@TomerAzarly) January 28, 2020
With Disneyland being in Anaheim, California, the same state as this weekend's unfortunate accident, it only makes sense for the Disneyland characters to give tribute to an athlete that was beloved not only in the state but worldwide.
Some NBA players have written on their shoes, worn certain apparel and even changed their jersey number in honor of Kobe Bryant. At a team level, multiple NBA squads have started games with either an 8-second halfcourt or 24-second shot clock violation.
The previously scheduled game between the Lakers and Clippers on Tuesday night was postponed due to players from both teams still coping with the tragedy.
Fans have gathered around places like Staples Center or Lower Marion High School to mourn the loss of Bryant and whoever is in costume at Disneyland is no different.
The 15-time All-NBA performer will go down as one of the best and most influential players in NBA history and his legacy will live on for years to come.
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