The Most Interesting Facts About the Legendary Kobe Bryant

BFFs With Michelle Obama

Michelle Obama and Vanessa share the same passion for basketball and have bonded over it for years. They've always been supportive of each other's different endeavors, and it was common for the First couple to catch a Lakers game when they could. Both Barack and Michelle have issued public condolences for their lost friend.

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The More You Know

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  • The longest tennis rally lasted over 12 hours.
  • Christian Bale studied Tom Cruise's mannerisms to prepare for his role as a psychotic killer in American Psycho.
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