The sports anchors’ death is being investigated after he passed away in New Orleans as he prepared to cover the Super Bowl clash between Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles
Super Bowl reporter Adan Manzano has died while covering this weekend’s match between the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles in New Orleans, just months after his wife’s tragic death.
Manzano’s death follows that of his wife in April. KCTV5 sister station, WIBW, said that the reporter’s partner had died in April in Topeka, following a car crash. The 27-year-old is said to leave behind one child.
He had been in New Orleans on assignment to cover the event for both Telemundo Kansas City and Tico Sports. Manzano was to act as an anchor and reporter during his time in Louisiana.
The local Telemundo affiliate confirmed that Manzano passed away on Wednesday, while on assignment in New Orleans.
In an official statement, it said: “We are saddened to share that Adan Manzano passed away yesterday in New Orleans, while on assignment to cover the Super Bowl for both Telemundo Kansas City and Tico Sports. We are cooperating with law enforcement as they investigate this tragic event.
“As KGKC’s sports anchor and reporter, Adan was a true professional and a rising star, who exemplified excellence in his work. We will deeply miss his passion for sports and the contributions he made to the local community.
“Our thoughts and heartfelt condolences go out to his family and loved ones during this difficult time.”
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