Joe 'Jellybean' Bryant, father to Kobe, dies at 69

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Joe “Jellybean” Bryant, former NBA player and father of Kobe Bryant, has passed away at the age of 69. He had a successful basketball career, both in the NBA and internationally, and later transitioned to coaching. His relationship with his son Kobe was reportedly strained at times.

Keywords: Joe “Jellybean” Bryant, Kobe Bryant, NBA player, Basketball coach, Father-son relationship

Source: The New York Times

Update At: 7/17/2024

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