Everyone has their favorite moments of Bryant’s 20-year career on the court, but in my time covering him, these are the off-the-court moments that stand out most. “I’m Rudy Ruettiger and this is my daughter Jessica Ruettiger,” the man said. “Rudy?” Bryant said as a smile came over his face. Kobe Bryant, right, poses with Rudy Ruettiger in Sacramento in 2011. (Jessica Ruettiger)Bryant was a sophomore at Lower Merion High near Philadelphia when he first saw the movie “Rudy” in 1993.

Source: Los Angeles Times February 08, 2020 21:33 UTC