8/24 is now officially “Kobe Bryant Day” in Orange County!
The Orange County Board of Supervisors voted on Tuesday to honor the late Lakers legend — and the measure passed with flying colors.
“During his career, Kobe Bryant’s numbers on his jerseys were 8 and 24, therefore a fitting day to celebrate his legacy would be August 24,” the resolution said.
Of course, Kobe lived in Orange County for most of his 20-year career with the L.A. Lakers … and his family stayed there even after he retired.
Kobe was well-liked around town — and was seen several times playing the role of Good Samaritan when he spotted car accidents.
So, when Kobe — along with daughter Gianna and 7 other people — passed away in a January 26 helicopter crash, officials wanted to make sure to honor his legacy.
“Kobe Bryant was a basketball legend that inspired so many globally to pursue their dreams and taught us that hard work truly pays off,” the resolution says.
Officials even spell out how fans can celebrate KBD — “By engaging in community building, helping young people in need, encouraging aspiring youth to follow their dreams, and living by Bryant’s words: ‘The most important thing is to try and inspire people so that they could be great in whatever they want to do.'”
FYI, Kobe’s #8 and #24 jerseys were both retired by the Lakers — he’s the only player in franchise history to have two numbers hanging in the rafters.