Māori politicians and musicians have expressed their sadness over the news of NBA Legend Kobe Bryant's tragic passing.
It is reported that his 13 year old daughter Gianna Maria was in the helicopter and passed away with her father.
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Though a full list of victims has yet to be released it is understood that Bryant's wife Vanessa Bryant was not on board.