The Most Interesting Facts About the Legendary Kobe Bryant

What's In a Name?

The famous athlete is actually named after a piece of meat. His parents were dining at a fancy restaurant when his father eyed up the Kobe steak on the menu, one of the most expensive cuts of beef you can buy. If you've ever had it, then you know it's a pretty appropriate namesake for one of the greatest basketball players of all time.

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Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.