Joe 'Jellybean' Bryant, Father of Kobe Bryant, Passes Away at 69
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Joe "Jellybean" Bryant, former NBA player and father of Lakers legend Kobe Bryant, has died at 69 after suffering a debilitating stroke. Known for his versatile playing style and coaching career, Bryant's legacy spans high school, college, and professional basketball, both in the U.S. and overseas. His passing comes four and a half years after the tragic death of his son Kobe and granddaughter Gianna in a helicopter crash. The basketball community, including Magic Johnson and Vanessa Bryant, has expressed their condolences.
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