See stars pay tribute to Kobe Bryant and daughter Gianna at emotional memorial service

By Abigail Atkeson
Published on February 24, 2020 07:28PM EST
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An emotional farewell

Kobe Bryant Memorial
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Beyoncé, Jimmy Kimmel, Michael Jordan, Shaquille O'Neal, and many others attended the "Celebration of Life for Kobe and Gianna Bryant" on Monday in Los Angeles to pay tribute to Kobe Bryant, 41, and his daughter Gianna, 13, who were among nine killed in a helicopter crash last month near Calabasas, California.

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Vanessa Bryant

Vanessa Bryant
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Vanessa Bryant gave a touching eulogy for her husband Kobe and their daughter Gianna at the memorial service.

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Beyoncé

Beyonce
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Beyoncé opened the service by performing "XO," one of Kobe's favorite songs.

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Jimmy Kimmel

Jimmy Kimmel
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Jimmy Kimmel gave a heartfelt speech honoring Kobe, at the moving memorial service held at the Staples Center.

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Dwyane Wade and Gabrielle Union

Dwyane Wade and Gabrielle Union
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Felllow NBA star Dwyane Wade and actress Gabrielle Union were in attendance.

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Michael Jordan

Michael Jordan
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Michael Jordan gave a tearful speech honoring Kobe and Gianna.

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Alex Rodriguez and Jennifer Lopez

Alex Rodriguez and Jennifer Lopez
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Alex Rodriguez and Jennifer Lopez paid their respects at the memorial service.

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Christina Aguilera

Christina Aguilera
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Christina Aguilera performed "Ave Maria" in Italian to honor Kobe's early childhood years spent in Italy.

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Kanye West, Kim Kardashian, Khloe Kardashian, and Kris Jenner

Kanye West and Kim Kardashian
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Kanye West, Kim Kardashian, Khloe Kardashian, and Kris Jenner attended the service.

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Snoop Dogg

Snoop Dogg
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Snoop Dogg was also in attendance.

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Shaquille O'Neal

Shaquille O'Neal
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Shaquille O'Neal gave an uplifting speech celebrating the life of his former Lakers teammate.

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Alicia Keys

Alicia Keys
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Alicia Keys performed Beethoven's "Moonlight Sonata" to pay tribute to Kobe's love for classical music.

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