We Now Know What Kobe And Gianna Did Before Boarding The Helicopter

Fans are still reeling from the news of the tragic helicopter crash that killed NBA legend Kobe Bryant and his young daughter Gianna, along with seven other people on January 26th, 2020. While the cause of the crash remains under investigation, updates about the situation continue to be released, including new information about Bryant's final hours with his daughter.

According to a report from the Daily Mail, Bryant and Gianna attended a 7 a.m. Catholic mass and received communion on Sunday at the Cathedral of Our Lady Queen of Angels in Newport Beach, Calif.

"Kobe Bryant was a regular here, this was the church that he worshipped at: The Our Lady Church of Angels. He had been coming here, to this place of worship, for the better part of the last twenty years."

Julie Hermes, a spokesperson for the church, told the Daily Mail that Bryant sat in the back to avoid disturbing other attendees when he slipped out to board the helicopter around 9 a.m. The pair was reportedly headed to Gianna's basketball game at the Mamba Sports Academy, ESPN reported.

According to BuzzFeed, it was around 9:45 a.m. that the helicopter's last radar update was tracked. A brush fire resulting from the crash was reported to authorities just minutes later.

Following the news of his death, Bishop Timothy Freyer, who's currently in Rome to meet the Pope, took to Facebook to comment on Kobe Bryant's dedication to his faith. He wrote:

"Kobe was an icon who inspired us through his words and actions to set our goals, work hard and achieve our dreams. He was a committed Catholic who loved his family and loved his faith. A longtime Orange County resident and parishioner in our Diocese, Kobe would frequently attend Mass and sit in the back of the church so that his presence would not distract people from focusing on Christ's Presence."

Hermes told the Daily Mail, quote, "[Bryant] was very much loved at the church, and he was very devout, very dedicated to his faith." She also told the U.K. publication that at the first mass following Bryant's passing, churchgoers were stunned and silenced by the news. She explained, quote, "Every mass since has been dedicated to Kobe and the families of all the victims." She also mentioned that he played a strong role in the community. Keep watching the video to see that we now know what Kobe and Gianna did before boarding the helicopter.

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