Live: Kobe and Gianna Bryant celebration of life at Staples Center

The celebration of life service for Kobe Bryant and his daughter Gianna is being held this morning at the Staples Center in Los Angeles.

Marc Lamont Hill and Jemele Hill are hosting the BET coverage of the remembrance of the Lakers legend who died last month in a helicopter crash. The network will be streaming coverage of the service in honor of the NBA superstar and his 13-year-old daughter who also tragically died on January 26 along with seven others.

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Today we remember the legacy of Kobe Bryant and celebrate the life of his daughter Gianna Bryant. Hosted by Marc Lamont Hill and Jemele Hill. Mamba and Mambacita forever. #BETRemembers #Kobe #Gianna #ForKobeandGigi #KobeFarwell💜💛 https://t.co/Ka5Q3sO2NL

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The service is expected to begin shortly where Vanessa Bryant and her daughters are expected to attend.

More than 20,000 people, friends, and family, are expected at the Staples Center where Kobe played many games during his illustrious NBA career. The ticketed proceeds will benefit the newly renamed Mamba & Mambacita Sports Foundation.

Beyoncé opened the ceremony belting her song “XO” accompanied by a band and orchestra. She said that it was one of Kobe’s favorite songs and encouraged the crowd to sing along with her.

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