Kobe Bryant: The Amazing Life Of The Black Mamba

Published on February 3, 2020
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When people think of basketball greats, most will immediately think of Kobe Bryant. His talent and drive for success inspired fans and fellow athletes equally. Here is the story of his incredible life.

His Early Childhood Abroad

Although Kobe Bryant was born in Philadelphia, his family moved to Italy when he was 5 years old, where they spent 9 years living in Rieti. His father, Joe “Jellybean” Bryant, also played in the NBA. Kobe and his family returned to the United States right before he began high school.

Kobe Bryant

His Early Childhood Abroad

Multilingual

Due to the fact that he spent a significant amount of his childhood in Italy, it seems obvious that Kobe learned to speak fluent Italian. Although Italy always held a significant place in Kobe’s heart, many people are surprised to find out about his connection to the European country. He also learned to speak Spanish fluently.

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Kobe Bryant

Multilingual