Basketball icon Kobe Bryant and his daughter Gianna were remembered at an emotional public tribute Monday, as thousands of mourners gathered at the Staples Center in Los Angeles.
The proceeds from ticket sales will be donated to the Mamba and Mambacita Sports Foundation, an organization that "exists to further Kobe and Gianna Bryant's legacy through charitable endeavors in sports," according to its website.
Read the latest updates:
- Here's how to watch the memorial service: The event will stream replay in its entirety on NBC News NOW at 8 p.m. ET.
- Vanessa Bryant fought back tears as she paid loving tribute to her late husband, Kobe, and her 13-year-old daughter, Gianna
- Beyoncé drew huge applause when she opened the service with her hit "XO," which she said was one of Kobe's favorite songs.
- Several fellow Lakers legends were in attendance, including Shaquille O'Neal, Magic Johnson and former coach Phil Jackson.
- Feb. 24, 2020, holds special significance for the Bryant family. It represents the jerseys of both Kobe and Gianna, as well as the number of years Kobe and Vanessa were together.
Memorial service to be replayed on NBC News NOW
Husband and wife hold back tears leaving Staples Center
Tears and hugs as the memorial comes to a close
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Christina Aguilera sings 'Ave Maria'
Shaq gets big laugh with a fondly remembered expletive
Kobe and Shaq: A brotherhood that ended in love but had its rocky points
Two brothers reflect on their 'superman'
Michael Jordan draws praise for his Kobe speech
Michael Jordan: 'I'll have to look at another crying meme.'
Michael and Mamba: One G.O.A.T. to another
Jimmy Kimmel bringing levity after Alicia Keys' performance
Kobe's early days in Italy in the spotlight
MJ remembers his 'little brother'
Some of Kobe's most inspirational quotes
Alicia Keys' moving rendition of Beethoven's 'Moonlight Sonata'
One of Kobe's final acts: Helping a friend
Key theme so far: Gratitude
Fan at memorial says Kobe brought his family together
Oregon star Sabrina Ionescu makes it to memorial, despite game hours later, 400 miles away
The significance of the early speakers
L.A. Times columnist Bill Plaschke moved by Vanessa's tribute
Diana Taurasi, the 'White Mamba,' is one of the greatest in WNBA history
A doleful fan remembers the player she loved
Vanessa on Kobe and Gianna: 'God knew they couldn’t be on this earth without each other'
Kobe gave Vanessa the blue dress from 'The Notebook'
Michael Jordan helps Vanessa Bryant off the stage
Mourners receive commemorative items
Vanessa Bryant says Gigi had so much more to offer this world
Vanessa Bryant remembers daughter Gigi as her 'best friend'
Jimmy Kimmel fights back tears in stirring tribute
Kobe and Beyonce's dad once played one-on-one
The faces in the crowd
Powerful start to the memorial: Beyoncé sings one of Kobe's favorite songs
Fellow Lakers legends in attendance
Sabrina Ionescu pens tribute to 'mentor' Kobe
Somber mood inside a normally energetic Staples Center
Memorial attendees provide window into event via Snapchat
Athletes share how Kobe inspired them to be a #GirlDad
Vanessa Bryant files wrongful death suit
Where are you sitting for the Kobe's memorial? It depends how much you paid.
Commemorative tickets handed out at Staples Center
Long lines form as fans and mourners head into Staples Center
The history of tears (of joy and sorrow) at Staples Center
Orange County plans to pay tribute, too
Bryant's legacy on display at Celtics vs. Lakers game
Memorial service expected to honor all the victims
Who will be attending the Kobe Bryant memorial service?
Kobe Bryant and Gianna were buried in a private ceremony