The Grammys wasted no time in addressing the shocking news Sunday that basketball legend Kobe Bryant has died
The non-televised premiere ceremony, where the majority of the Grammys trophies are handed out, began with a moment of silence for the late Lakers star.according to the Associated PressThe televised portion of the Grammys takes place at the Lakers' home of the Staples Center, but the earlier, premiere ceremony, which runs from 12:30-3:30 pm PT, is at the Microsoft Theater.
During his Lakers career — where Bryant won five NBA championships and is the franchise leader in points , games played , 3-pointers , steals and free throws — Bryant would regularly travel via helicopter from his home to Lakers' home games. He retired in 2016., which he wrote, executive produced and lent his voice to.before the Grammys began, with Nick Jonas, John Legend, Justin Bieber, Paul Stanley, Ella Mai all expressing their shock and grief.
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