How Many People Died with Kobe Bryant
Nine people died in the helicopter crash that killed Kobe Bryant on January 26, 2020, in Calabasas, California. The crash also killed his daughter Gianna and seven others on board.
Who Else Died in the Crash
The other victims included John Altobelli, Keri Altobobelli, Alyssa Altobelli, Christina Mauser, and Sarah Chester, along with their daughters Payton and Gianna. Pilot Ara Zobayan also died in the accident.
What the Investigation Found
The National Transportation Safety Board concluded the crash was caused by the pilot’s decision to fly into thick clouds, spatial disorientation, and pressure from the passenger. The NTSB report detailed multiple factors that led to the loss of control. For details see the NTSB accident report.
