People heard about Kobe Bryant's death on January 26. It seemed like the whole world was feeling sad. Many people had never met Kobe. Still, they said they felt like they had lost a family member.

How can people be affected (影響) by the death of someone they have not met? Why might some people see Kobe as a family member?

1.

Feeling Connected

People follow famous people online. They see the good and bad times shared by them. 2. He clearly had many fans. They're from all over the world and could feel connected with each other even they never met.

The Randomness(不可預(yù)測性) Of Death

Kobe died in a helicopter crash(直升機墜機). The weather was very foggy. 3. Studies have shown that when we see ways to change something, it can bring stronger feelings. We might say, "If it had been a clear day, Kobe would still be alive."

Because Life Is Short

4. Many felt like they had gotten to know Kobe. They watched him play basketball on TV for years. His death was sad. It reminded us that we will die someday.

Kobe's death was a reminder that life is too short to hold onto problems of the past. Thoughts of death can bring fear. 5. And we need to live a meaningful life for them and also for ourselves.

A.This can bring "what if" thoughts.

B.Kobe had millions of followers on social media.

C.Our feelings may be more about us than Kobe.

D.But we are connected with our loved ones.

E.There are reasons that explain why his death had a strong influence

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