Kobe Bryant Surprises High School Basketball Coach Diagnosed With Cancer 

Anybody on a Kobe marathon? 😭😢

I am here again after he passed away. This hits different.

RIP coach O'Fallon. RIP Kobe. Two amazing humans.

Now both the coach and Kobe are gone. That was just two months ago. My goodness the constant reminder of how precious this all is.

My dad, also a coach, was given 6 months to live after a stage 4 cancer diagnosis. That was 16 years ago and he is still with us.

When the boys all swarmed him with hugs and you could hear him crying and he let out an “oh guys” I completely lost it. What a beautiful relationship these boys have gained by having such a warrior for a coach.

Both are resting in peace, poor kids they must be devastated.

Man to realize he didn’t have to show anyone of the kids love. Coulda just went up there and said hi to Kelly and the coach and just have sat down but for him to do such a small thing to show each one of them kids love speaks volumes on the type of person Kobe really was.

he is SO HUMBLE. Rest In Peace KOBE.

'The game pales in comparison to life.' - Kobe Bryant

He's got the baby hair from chemo... I don't miss those days😭 You got this buddy❤#12YearCancerWarrior

Kobe was going to stand in the background. For a guy of his stature and status to be willing to take the backseat, what humility.

We need more positive stories like this instead of the negative shit taking over the world

Wow. Just two months after this both the coach and Kobe are dead . January 9 and January 26

Who got here after Kobe passed away ? We already missed you Kobe !

It's sad that people are not fully appreciated until they are where they can't hear, see, or feel the appreciation. If you are reading this you are loved, valued, and important. RIP 9 precious souls.

Kobe Bryant accomplished everything possible on the basketball court but he was just getting ready to do so much more extraordinary great things for this world. So sad... #goat #takentooearly

I cried watching this interview. I havent seen my brother since he was diagnosed with cancer, and this was the first time I've seen him look so sick. The dedication hes had for basketball is tremendous and he really is an amazing human. I love you so much brother and were all rooting for you.

Strange to think that, within 2.5 months of shooting the show, both Coach O'Fallon and Kobe would be gone. Life is short :-(

Kobe was a strong practicing Catholic. He is so humble, and probably a saint chillin’ with the big guy right now. RIP Kobe

Their reactions when Kobe came out were so pure

Kelly is so sweet. She cries about everything (& so do I 🤦) but it lets you know how pure her heart is. I've loved Kelly since her 1st audition in American Idol ❤💜💙🤞🏼 I'm not crying, you are!

Hats off to Coach O'Fallon! From one cancer survivor to another,,,, YOU GOT THIS!

I was never a fan of Kobe on the court. I am a fan of the retired Kobe and his projects for children and now this dear man battling cancer. God bless you, coach. 🙏🏼🏀☮️💟

I love celebrities that use their impact to do good. Thanks Kobe! 👏🏼

I hope the show stays this way and NEVER goes political. Kelly, if you read this, please please keep all politics away from your show. The content in this video is what we really need to be seeing! You are doing an amazing job so far!

His eyes lit up when she called out the team 😢

Kobe Bryant and his daughter are gone,just now,May they rest in peace.

Kobe IS on the Mt Rushmore of B Ball legends

Prayers for Coach O’Fallon! 🙏🏽

How special that they could be reunited. Rest in peace, Kobe.

Im sad i didn't pay more attention to Kobe after he retired. id see him do interviews and appearances like this. But never as much as when he played. seeing things like this has been hard but also uplifting. knowing how much he still did for his family, the fans, and the community. There will never be another one like him.

I start to tear up when they ran to him

Rest in peace, Coach O’Fallon. Your life is a beautiful reminder to cherish every day, even in the toughest of circumstances.

I went to high school with Coach O’Fallon, and lost my younger sister to this dreadful disease. Keep fighting Danny!!

“A legacy is not what you leave behind - a legacy is what you Bring for everyone’s future” Stage 3 Colon Cancer survivor

This broke me down, I lost my husband January 25 a day before our Anniversary and Kobe and his daughter on my Anniversary, I pray for his family and all the family that die with him, God heal the hearts.

“The game pales in comparison to life” Kobe was wise beyond his years!

“The game pales in comparison to life” We miss you Mamba

Rip kobe. I'm not the one to be caught up in the lives of celebrities and athletes but kobes passing is a tough one to accept

I don't understand people how don't like a video like this! Why?

When i heard the passing of Kobe Bryant, i was sick to my stomach and then his dtr was also on the helicopter, prayers are with the family please don't take your life for granted live it too the fullest, because you never no when your number is up.

I love how Kelly finds real people with real stories

Am glad these two great men got to meet before their passing...I can't help but believe it was divine...RIP Coach Danny O' Fallon and Coach Kobe Bryant...

Cryiiiiing. His story, then Kobe coming in. Knowing he has passed. And now reading the comments that the coach has died as well... this hit so hard. Especially him saying in the beginning, how he’ll be there for all the monumental moments in his daughters life... I can’t take this 😭😭😭😭

Kobe Rest with the Ancestors..May you guide Gigi home safely..😢

Who else is watching this STILL...11 days after Kobe Bryant passing away and and 28 days since Coach O'Fallon passed away? God bless them both...I have watched so many things with Kobe..I was a huge fan before ...thank God for you tube....😭😭😭🥺🥺🥺💔💔💔💔

May both Kobe and his daughter forever rest in peace even tho I'm not a basketball fan his and his daughters death still hit me and made me feel sad

“TO THE WORLD HE MAY HAVE BEEN BUT ONE... BUT TO ALL THOSE WHO LOVED HIM HE WAS THEIR WORLD”

Imagine rubbing shoulders with Kobe after sitting in the presence of Kelly Clarkson and then finding out Kobe passed away. Dang. Kobe and Shaq were my favorite sports players when I was a kid, just a kid from Vermont who loved the Lakers and I swear when Kobe died I felt like I was losing an uncle or something even though I'd never met him. What a humble guy that truly had his heart in the right place. Those kids will never forget that. RIP Kobe, RIP Coach Fallon. What a wonderful story.

I hate cancer God provide healing to all those who suffer

Teachers and coaches k-12 should be paid in excess of 250k annually their roles and influence in our children lives is literally immeasurable and priceless. Beautiful statement by kobe also he’s such a polished speaker and good dude at heart...

Anyone that 👎something like this is PATHETIC & HEARTLESS. Kobe Bryant had a HUGE HEART OF GOLD!!!🏀 Thank You for that Kobe! GOD be with all 9 crash victims and comfort their families and friends. RIP🙏🦋 ALSO, may GOD comfort the family, students and friends of Coach Danny O'Fallon. He obviously was a special man and much loved. RIP 🙏🦋 What a Beautiful moment in time for all at Kelly's show and the viewers. Very very touching. Both adult men cared, big hearted, coaching youth. And now they're gone, but never forgotten. How could anyone take issue, 👎that? 👎, please keep your hatred to yourself. No need to share. Thank You!✌

Watching this now getting all emotional. Man, Kobe was such an amazing person and his message about life hits hard today. God bless his family.

those boys must be heartbroken

The looks on their faces. That's awesome. Coach is a hero. Those boys are amazing. Kobe is the man!!!

This is really hitting especially hard now.

The way she said, “Come on out, Kobe!”

RIP Kobe 🥺☹️💜

I remember watching this live not too long ago and just remembering the boys' expressions when Kobe came out. I remember thinking Kobe is such an influence on many people's lives. He's touched so many... RIP

Crazy how your heart can break from someone you've never even met 😭 😭 😭 I'm numb 😭 😭 😭 it can't be 😭 😭 😭

This was so emotional 😢 his team is so awesome to feel the way they do God Bless them for their support 🙏 . To the Coach may God bless you and strength you. Thank Kobe for being their for them all. ✝🙌😀✝

And now it so sad I just saw this today... RIP Kobe and his 13 yr old daughter.

We really love Kobe 💔

My aunt, who basically raised me, has stage 4 lung cancer. Needless to say, this hit home. ♥️

HE PASSED 72 DAYS AFTER THIS… just insane, still doesn’t feel real. He’s one of the only people in the world that I feel like I know, but I’ve never met.

I am seriously crying, OMG! Rest In Peace Kobe Bryant and everyone else who was on the helicopter. Praying for your families, friends and colleagues. This is absolutely devastating!!!! 😢🙏💔 Lord Have Mercy!!!

I lost my dad to stage 4 brain cancer in 2017 and I miss him so much. Prayers that he beats this terrible thing called cancer

Remembered this video when I heard of Kobe Bryant's death. How fortunate they all were to see him.

R.I.P Kobe..wow he was a pure hearted man :(

Rest In Peace legend

God bless the memory of coach Danny O'Fallon and Kobe. The world needs more people like them

I see him at school. And I just think of the story about him and smile because he reminds me of my dad :(

Been 3 years and still on a Kobe Marathon

O'Fallon died on January 9 last year. And 17 days later.... RIP to both of them.

The respect them young fellas have for their coach, and Kobe Bryant. This is so amazing to see.

kelly you are doing such a good job I love this show soo much

Unbelievable that he's gone. Too sad! He has such a good heart. Just Humble We've lost a Hero.

Kobe made a lot of appearance on shows to his fans, and wow they will never forget that day. He left his footprints every where for a young man. Please continue his work and GIVE BACK.

Rip Kobe and his daughter Gianna so sad and tragic gone too soon I send my prayers and condolences to his family and friends.🙏🏽😭 #ripkobe #BlackMamba #KobeBryant #Kobe #MambaForever #Lakers #legend #icon

Bruh Kobe turned his life around and started even changing other peoples lives God took him too soon 😞

My 1st time seeing this and it's really something how they both are gone so soon after meeting.

what a positive person, we need more people like him.

I don't really know Kobe as much of you does, but as I watched some of his videos, man he is such a great person. A loving husband and a father, a great team mate, a humble player/athlete, one of a kind friend to his colleagues. RIP sir Kobe and to coach Danny O'Fallon🙏

Best regards to Coach Danny O'Fallon. What a great surprise for him and his players to meet Kobe Bryant. RIP, Kobe. 💔🙏

It's so sad for Kobe because he didnt know he'd die so he didnt prepare, at least the coach was prepared. RIP to both of them

Kobe💔💔💔💔💔 He was an awesome soul . I pray his Kids find solace in watching these videos and if they ever feel lost they can find themselves in knowing the Kind of person their dad would want them to be

This is heartfelt and beautiful.

The power of leadership - invaluable. Praying angels surround every grieved, especially the families and players they held in such esteem.

This hits different now.

This just got recommended to me... We lost a great Legend 26/1/2020 #RIPKobe

Damn wish all coaches could be like this

amazing teacher, amazing teenagers and nice men of the future. Mr. Kobe is so humble and smart! Good for Kelly!!!

Man kobes done nothing but good work.

These are the clips I will remember of how much Kobe Bryant cared for other people.

Kobe was showing his class and heart. What a gifted, talented and loving man far beyond his NBA skills. The coach sounds the same too. Blessing to them and their families--RIP

My daughter grew up with Danny he's such a wonderful man it was a great pleasure to know him ❤️

who else is watching this and crying? I miss Kobe Bryant.

i really love the retired kobe!

This was such a touching story.... RIP coach O’Fallon and RIP Kobe Bryant.