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Kobe Bryant

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Basketball player

Kobe Bryant

American basketball player (1978 to 2020)

Kobe Bryant was born on August 23, 1978 and died on January 26, 2020, aged 41.

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Born
August 23, 1978, Philadelphia
Died
January 26, 2020
Zodiac sign
Virgo
Country
United States
Known as
Basketball player

Official links: Official website (kobebryant.com) · Instagram · X · Wikipedia

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Kobe’s birthday, by the numbers

  • Kobe Bryant was born on a Wednesday.
  • Kobe Bryant would have turned 48 in 2026.
  • Half birthday: February 23. Birthstone: Peridot and spinel.
  • Kobe Bryant belongs to Gen X.

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Michelle RodriguezActor · July 12, 1978Ayumi HamasakiSinger · October 2, 1978Anthony MackieActor · September 23, 1978James CordenActor · August 22, 1978Claudio PizarroSoccer player · October 3, 1978Josh HartnettActor · July 21, 1978

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Frequently asked questions

When was Kobe Bryant born?

Kobe Bryant was born on August 23, 1978 and died on January 26, 2020, aged 41.

What is Kobe Bryant’s zodiac sign?

Virgo, born August 23.

Does Kobe Bryant have an official website?

Yes: kobebryant.com.