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Basketball legend Kobe Bryant’s admiration for Taylor Swift is well known. And not just Kobe Bryant, but Swift was also a big fan of the basketball legend. Throughout her career, Swift has always strived to be the best version of herself. Throughout her struggle, she received the support of a friend who stood by her. 

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During a 2019 interview on ‘The Jordan Harbinger Show’, Kobe shared his thoughts on Swift’s achievements. “I don’t care if you like her music or you don’t like her music. Look at what she is doing and that is frightening stuff and it’s unbelievable to be able to pull that off over and over and over. You can’t have that level of consistent success and not be a killer, it’s impossible,” said Bryant. 

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Their support for one another has been evident in their celebrations of successes and their willingness to be there for one another when they have struggled. 

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Kobe Bryant always praised the success of Taylor Swift’s career

Not only that, but in 2015 we also saw a fan moment when the ‘Black Mamba’ surprised Swift with her own championship banner at Staples Center. With 16 sold-out performances at the Staples Center, Swift set a record at the time.

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His appreciation not only extended to the music she made, but also to the effort she put into the success she currently enjoys. Swift has never hesitated from her side to make efforts to help Kobe Bryant and his family.  

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She gave Bryant’s oldest daughter, Natalia, a beautiful gift back in 2020. She gave her a replica of the cardigan she wore in the video for ‘Folklore’. Recently, fans saw a heart-warming gesture from Swift once again. In response to the release of her new album, Swift sent a special ‘Midnights’ gift to Vanessa Bryant. On her Instagram story, Vanessa thanked her for the gift. 

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The internet is buzzing about Taylor Swift’s new album

With the release of her 10th studio album, ‘Midnights‘, Taylor Swift is continuing to break records following the release of her latest album on 21st October 2022. 

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In 24 hours, the album accumulated 184.6 million streams on Spotify, the most day-one streams for an album on Spotify, and the most streamed act on Spotify.

What are your thoughts on Taylor Swift’s new album? Let us know in the comments below.

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Anshika Rai

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Anshika Rai is an NBA writer at EssentiallySports. She is currently pursuing her bachelor's degree in journalism and mass communication. Anshika has been following NBA for many years now. As an athlete, she played basketball for 6 years and has competed in state and national level competitions. In journalism, she has covered many important news stories as a photographer and writer. Anshika loves to travel and through her writing and photography, she has explored many regional areas of India and has even had the chance to work with the Army and BSF and understand their way of life.

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