Fans Entering Kobe Bryant Memorial to Receive Commemorative Gift Package
By Jackson Thompson
The memorial held for the late Kobe Bryant at Staples Center on Monday will treat fans to some merchandise for their respects. All fans in attendance will receive a commemorative gift package, one that includes several Bryant-themed items.
The package is highlighted by a t-shirt that features an artist's rendition of three photos of Bryant holding his daughter Gianna, with the lights of the Staples Center illuminating the background.
Here’s what fans attending today’s #KobeFarewell will receive when they enter Staples Center.
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The memorial service, dubbed "A Celebration of Life," will begin at 10 a.m. local time and 1p.m. ET at the Staples Center, where Bryant played for the Los Angeles Lakers. It will feature music and retrospectives on Bryant's career, along with speakers reflecting on his impact on his sport and the world.
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Proceeds from ticket sales will benefit the newly renamed nonprofit, Mamba & Mambacita Sports Foundation, which provides opportunities to young people through sports.