If any athlete has truly transcended sports, it's Kobe Bryant. On the day of his final game, the 20-year veteran was showered with praise from those at the top of their fields from all walks of life.
From fellow ball players to actors to musicians and more, here is a collection of those who paid tribute to one of the game's greatest:
The game is gonna miss you @kobebryant #MambaDay pic.twitter.com/gvZt7fmmAg
— Carmelo Anthony (@carmeloanthony) April 13, 2016
I had the honor & pleasure calling @kobebryant my teammate.