Snoop Doggis looking back with fondness onKobe Bryant’s character.On Sunday’s episode ofWatch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen, the rapper was asked about his favorite memory with the late athlete. The Grammy-nominated star then recounted a time when Bryant “flew to come and see me and hang out with me for a day.““I picked him up in my lowrider andbrought him back to my studioand when he left, I gave him the lowrider,” Snoop, 49, told hostAndy Cohen. “It became a part of his car collection.““I’m like a little kid just thinking about it,” he continued. “Thatwas the greatest momentever.“Never miss a story — sign up forPEOPLE’s free daily newsletterto stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from juicy celebrity news to compelling human interest stories.Kobe Bryant (L); Snoop Dogg.Leon Bennett/Getty; Arnold Turner/GettySnoop Dogg.Snoop described Bryant as being “so hospitable to everybody” in the rapper’s residential building during his visit with the"Gin and Juice"hitmaker.“I’m talking about the people that take the trash out to the rappers … everybody, they all left there saying, ‘This is a great guy, and I’m happy I met him in real life.’ “Ofthe tattoo he debuted back in Octoberfollowing the Los Angeles Lakers' clinching of their 17th national title, Snoop told Cohen, 52, that he got it because he “wanted to do something that could represent the championshipandKobe Bryant.““So combining the two with the trophy and his initials made perfect sense,” he explained of the body art featuring the Lakers championship trophy and a “KB” for Byrant.RELATED VIDEO: Gayle King Accepts Snoop Dogg’s Apology for Criticizing Her Over Kobe Bryant QuestionSnoop’s interview about Bryant comes almost one year afterBryant died at age 41 in a helicopter crashthat killed eight others, including his 13-year-old daughter,Gianna.Last June, Snoop premiered a very special tribute to the late athlete during the 2020 ESPY Awards, rapping as video of the athlete (as well as footage of the many stunning murals that have popped up in tribute to Bryant) played.“All grit no smile … Let’s do it mamba style,” Snooprapped as he took viewers through Bryant’s career highlights, later adding, “Back-to-back-to-back champion. Gunnin' for the pantheon. The L.A. X-factor.““A friend and leader, understandably. And you did it candidly,” Snoop continued of the lateNBAstar during his performance. “Your reign in the city remains … greatness in your name.”
Snoop Doggis looking back with fondness onKobe Bryant’s character.
On Sunday’s episode ofWatch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen, the rapper was asked about his favorite memory with the late athlete. The Grammy-nominated star then recounted a time when Bryant “flew to come and see me and hang out with me for a day.”
“I picked him up in my lowrider andbrought him back to my studioand when he left, I gave him the lowrider,” Snoop, 49, told hostAndy Cohen. “It became a part of his car collection.”
“I’m like a little kid just thinking about it,” he continued. “Thatwas the greatest momentever.”
Never miss a story — sign up forPEOPLE’s free daily newsletterto stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from juicy celebrity news to compelling human interest stories.
Kobe Bryant (L); Snoop Dogg.Leon Bennett/Getty; Arnold Turner/Getty
Snoop Dogg.
Snoop described Bryant as being “so hospitable to everybody” in the rapper’s residential building during his visit with the"Gin and Juice"hitmaker.
“I’m talking about the people that take the trash out to the rappers … everybody, they all left there saying, ‘This is a great guy, and I’m happy I met him in real life.’ "
Ofthe tattoo he debuted back in Octoberfollowing the Los Angeles Lakers' clinching of their 17th national title, Snoop told Cohen, 52, that he got it because he “wanted to do something that could represent the championshipandKobe Bryant.”
“So combining the two with the trophy and his initials made perfect sense,” he explained of the body art featuring the Lakers championship trophy and a “KB” for Byrant.
RELATED VIDEO: Gayle King Accepts Snoop Dogg’s Apology for Criticizing Her Over Kobe Bryant Question
Snoop’s interview about Bryant comes almost one year afterBryant died at age 41 in a helicopter crashthat killed eight others, including his 13-year-old daughter,Gianna.
Last June, Snoop premiered a very special tribute to the late athlete during the 2020 ESPY Awards, rapping as video of the athlete (as well as footage of the many stunning murals that have popped up in tribute to Bryant) played.
“All grit no smile … Let’s do it mamba style,” Snooprapped as he took viewers through Bryant’s career highlights, later adding, “Back-to-back-to-back champion. Gunnin' for the pantheon. The L.A. X-factor.”
“A friend and leader, understandably. And you did it candidly,” Snoop continued of the lateNBAstar during his performance. “Your reign in the city remains … greatness in your name.”
source: people.com
