CNN Announces Kobe Bryant Documentary Series Set to Premiere in January

The three-part series, airing near the five-year anniversary of Bryant's passing, explores his life, career, and legacy through personal interviews and rare insights.

• CNN's 'Kobe: The Making of a Legend' will premiere on January 25, 2025, and air over three consecutive Saturdays at 9 p.m. ET.
• The documentary coincides with the five-year anniversary of Kobe Bryant's tragic death in a helicopter crash in January 2020.
• The series delves into Bryant's early life, including his childhood in Italy, high school career in Pennsylvania, and rise to NBA stardom with the Los Angeles Lakers.
• Featuring interviews with Bryant's former coaches, teammates, family friends, and notable athletes like Tracy McGrady and Sheryl Swoopes, the series promises a nuanced portrait of his life.
• While some fans have expressed skepticism about CNN's motives, the network emphasizes the series' focus on lesser-known aspects of Bryant's personal and professional journey.

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