Super Bowl Reporter Dies Just One Year After Losing Wife in Car Crash
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Tragic news was reported from New Orleans, as 27-year-old reporter Adan Manzano has died, this happened only a year after losing his wife in an accident.
The Manzano family is in mourning tonight, as they are saddened by the loss of Adan Manzano.
Adan 27, was a reporter for Telemundo KC and Tico Sports and was on assignment in New Orleans to cover the Kansas City Chiefs in the Super Bowl tomorrow, when they face off against the Philadelphia Eagles.
Manzano died tragically on February 5th, in a report according to Telemundo Kansas City.
«Adan was an exceptional professional and a rising star whose dedication and talent reflected excellence in his work,» the news station said. «We will deeply miss Adan, his passion for sports and the contributions he made to the local community.»
The station added that they were «cooperating with authorities as they investigate this tragic event.»
Manzano died in a hotel room, according to Jefferson Parish Coroner's Office, but the cause of death hasn't been confirmed yet.
Tim Genevay of the Coroner's Office completed his autopsy and reported no signs of trauma.
Manzano started his career with the
Chiefs, joining the Television Crew as a sideline reporter last season.
A Mexico City native, Manzano earned his degree at Kansas City State University and quickly went to work covering the game of football.
Tragedy has been all too familiar for the family, as he lost his wife, Ashleigh Leeann Boyd, in a car crash on April 11th, 2024.
She was remembered in an obituary as "the most kindest, caring, beautiful person. Her sparkling personality was contagious and would light up any room she walked into. She was a ray of sunshine and always had a smile on her face."
The couple left behind a daughter, Eleanor.
This was Manzano's third year of covering the Super Bowl for his audience. He took pride in his job, delivering news to the Spanish-speaking populace in Mexico City.
He was part of growing the game of football and will be forever missed by friends, family, and his daughter Eleanor.
We send our deepest condolences to the Manzano Family.
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