2020 was a difficult and tragic year for the whole World and also took a pretty big toll on the entertainment industry following the rise of Covid. The World also lost many beloved names during 2020, including Kobe Bryant and his daughter Gianna Bryant, who lost their lives in a tragic helicopter crash that impacted the Uncharted star Mark Wahlberg gravely.
Being a great friend of the late NBA legend, like everyone else, Mark Wahlberg was stunned by the tragic incident, which went on to impact his own life when it came to flying from one place to another.
Kobe Bryant’s death had a lasting impact on Mark Wahlberg’s life
The tragic death of Kobe Bryant and his daughter at such a young age put things into perspective for Mark Wahlberg, as he confronted the harsh truth of life and how unpredictable it can be. Reflecting on the helicopter accident, the Pain & Gain star explained it put the fear of god in him and his wife Rhea Durham when it came to air transportation. Not long after the basketball legend’s demise, the actor had to travel by plane, which was frightening for him and his wife, but he didn’t let fear cloud his judgment. He explained,
“My wife, I had to go to Atlanta the day after, I just got back, and she was, like, paralyzed with fear and didn’t want me to travel. But we’re not going to take unwarranted risks and stuff. You can’t be paralyzed with fear but you also have to be mindful, too.”
Although the actor was a fan of the Celtics while Kobe Bryant was a Laker, it never affected their bond, as the two remained great friends, as Wahlberg claimed the NBA star was always pretty nice to his kids.
Mark Wahlberg never misses out on showcasing his love to his children
Even though the Father Stu star didn’t let the fear get the better of him, but the impact of Bryant and his daughter’s demise didn’t fade away with time. Witnessing the unpredictability of life and how nothing is guaranteed, the actor didn’t miss any chance of showcasing his love and affection for his children. He explained,
“My kids think I’m crazy now because every chance I get, I just tell them how much I love them and hug them and kiss them. It just puts things into perspective. Nothing is guaranteed, we’re never promised tomorrow.”
The impact of losing the basketball legend wasn’t only limited to Mark Wahlberg but the whole world, and to this date, fans still mourn about this great loss.
Source: Extra TV
