It has been exactly one year since NBA legend Kobe Bryant died in a tragic helicopter accident in Los Angeles. Bryant, his daughter Gianna and seven other people died on their way to a youth basketball event at the Mamba Sports Academy.
One of his most lucrative investments came while he was still playing in the NBA. Bryant put $6 million into sports drink company Body Armor in exchange for a 10% equity stake in the company, according to ESPN. He also became a spokesperson for the brand.Body Armor is marketed as a healthier alternative to Gatorade and over the years has teamed up with many high-profile athletes, including James Harden, Mike Trout and Naomi Osaka.
See also: NBC Sports shake-up: NHL, Nascar and Premier League to move to USA Network, WWE to be available on Peacock Bryant’s wife Vanessa is in charge of his estate, according to Fox. He is also survived by his daughters Natalia, Bianka and Capri.
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