Kobe Bryant's dad Joe dies aged 69, four years after his son's tragic death in a helicopter crash
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Bryant enjoyed a lengthy career, which included spells with the 76ers, Clippers and Rockets. He also worked as a coach for decades, joining teams in the United States, Japan and Thailand.