Man draws giant tattoo of Kobe Bryant Lakers jersey on his entire upper body

The death of legendary basketball player Kobe Bryant is still being mourned around the world, and many have started honouring his memory.

Kobe died in a helicopter crash that also claimed the life of his daughter Gianna and those of seven others on Sunday, January 26.

The picture of a man that honoured Kobe’s memory emerged and was posted by Jordan Thrilla.

Wothappen.com gathers that the man honoured Kobe’s memory by drawing a giant tattoo of the legendary basketball player’s Lakers jersey covering his upper body.

Taking to her Instagram page, the widow thanked everyone for supporting her family, noting that they were in pain and no words could express what they were going through.

Vanessa wrote: “My girls and I want to thank the millions of people who have shown support and love during this horrific time. Thank you for all the prayers. We definitely need them.”

She added: “We are completely devastated by the sudden loss of my adoring husband, Kobe the amazing father of our children; and my beautiful, sweet Gianna — a loving, thoughtful, and wonderful daughter, and amazing sister to Natalia, Bianka, and Capri.”

Vanessa further said she found comfort in knowing that Kobe and her daughter lost their lives knowing they were genuinely loved and that they were a blessing.