Celebrities from the entertainment world and across various sports found some time on Wednesday to pay tribute to Kobe Bryant as he embarks on the final game of his basketball career.
Below is a collection of the tweets, images, and messages left by some influential voices:
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(It should be noted that Brandy accompanied a 17-year-old Kobe Bryant to his high school prom in 1996.)