The concern about the health status of Jorge Messi, father of Lionel Messiended up triggering a crisis in one of the biggest streaming channels in Argentina. After the mistaken disclosure that the star’s family member had diedTV Luzu decided to remove the presenter Florencia Peña and the team responsible for the program El Show del Verano.
During a live edition of the program, the team aired information that pointed to the alleged death of Jorge Messi. The news was presented as urgent and even indicated that Lionel Messi would have to leave the Argentine national team concentration in the United States to travel back to the country. Shortly afterwards, however, it was discovered that the information was not correct, generating strong repercussions and an internal crisis at the broadcaster.
Given the severity of the error, the TV Luzu management decided to remove the journalist and the entire team responsible for checking and producing the program.
FAMILY DENYS RUMORS
The controversy occurred amid speculation about Jorge Messi’s health status. Earlier, the family of the Argentine star’s former manager released an official statement to clarify the situation and refute the rumors circulating on social media and in the press.
In the statement, the Family members reported that Jorge is under medical care and presents positive evolution in his clinical picture, without revealing details about the health problem.
A family also criticized the disclosure of information without confirmation and expressed discomfort with the exposure of the matter, classifying the situation as a private matter.
The rumors gained strength after Argentina’s debut at the World Cup. After the victory over Algeria, Messi got emotional and admitted that he was going through a difficult period off the field. The number 10 stated that his family was facing a delicate moment, but chose not to give further details about the situation.
The statement ended up fueling speculation about the health condition of Jorge Messi, 68, A central figure in the Argentine star’s trajectory since the beginning of his career.
According to local press reports, Jorge would be hospitalized in Buenos Aires and receiving medical care. Despite this, the family reinforced that his recovery continues as expected and asked for respect for privacy at this time.
Meanwhile, Messi remains focused on the Argentine national team in the World Cup, after making his debut by scoring three goals in the victory over Algeria.
