Reporters interviewing Saquon Barkley (Photo by Michael DeMocker/Getty Images)
Adan Manzano of Telemundo Kansas City and Tico Sports has the sports world reeling, as his tragic d3ath caught everyone by surprise.
Manzano, a reporter for Telemundo Kansas City, tragically di3d at the age of 27 while covering the Super Bowl on Wednesday.
His passing was announced by his employers, who released a statement that confirmed his tragic d3ath and the police opening an investigation into his d3ath.
Telemundo released a statement on Facebook, calling Adan Manzano “a true professional and a rising star.”
The final heartbreaking post of Manzano has emerged. The Mexico native posted photos from the Super Bowl’s opening night at the Superdome, where he was on duty interviewing the players.
Earlier this week, he shared a photo of Patrick Mahomes as media members surrounded him.
“Mahomes vs el Mundo,” Manzano wrote on X.
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Aside from covering football, Adan Manzano was also a regular soccer reporter, covering Sporting Kansas City, and of Big 12 basketball and the Kansas Jayhawks.
Before his untimely d3ath, he had already interviewed Travis Kelce, Patrick Mahomes, and other Chiefs players.
What makes this so tragic is that his d3ath came less than a year after the d3ath of his wife, Ashleigh Boyd, who was involved in a car accident.
She and Manzano shared a daughter, who was 15 months old at the time of Boyd’s d3ath.
Police Have Opened An Investigation Into The D3ath of Adan Manzano
The Kansas City sports community is honoring the memory of Adan Manzano, a beloved sports anchor and reporter who di3d while on assignment covering the Super Bowl in New Orleans.
Steve Downing, KGKC Telemundo Kansas City General Manager, said Manzano was found dead in his hotel room.
He stated that the media outlet continues to cooperate with law enforcement officials as they investigate what happened.
Social Media Is Grieving The Tragic D3ath Of 28-Year-Old Barstool Sports Employee After Sh0cking Announcement From Dave Portnoy
Dave Portnoy and Iga Obrycka (Photos via Getty Images & Instagram)
People are feeling it for Dave Portnoy and Barstool Sports following his heartbreaking announcement regarding the d3ath of one of his employees.
Portnoy, the owner of the popular brand, took to social media on Thursday to announce that 28-year-old Iga Obrycka suddenly passed away.
Obrycka was the general manager of Barstool Nashville, and Portnoy claims he would have hired her for any position she wanted within the company because she was “smart and driven.”
“More sad news in Barstool Family. We suddenly lost Iga Obrycka this week,” the Barstool Sports president wrote. “Iga basically ran our Bar group for us. If you ever went to Barstool Nashville you probably saw her there. I would have hired her for any position she wanted at our company because she was that smart and driven. Just incredibly sad news and another cruel reminder not to take a minute for granted. RIP Iga.”
Fans Show Support After Dave Portnoy’s Emotional Announcement
The tweet prompted several comments from users sharing condolences with Dave and the Barstool family.
“I’m sorry to hear this Dave 😔 RIP Iga 🙏,” a user wrote.
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“Keeping Iga’s close friends and family in my thoughts. Rest in peace to an awesome human,” added another.
“Sorry to Barstool family. What a tragedy this event is. Too many bright souls perished,” said a third.
According to Iga Obrycka’s obituary, the 28-year-old was skilled in marketing, management, and entertainment. She was best known for her role as the GM of Barstool Nashville, where she focused on branding, event management, and public relations.
“Obrycka’s passion for her work and her connection to the Nashville community made her a well-respected figure,” it reads.
The piece also credits Dave Portnoy’s employee with creating a space for Barstool Sports fans in Nashville and helping the brand’s growth in the city.
TPS extends sympathies to Iga’s family, friends, and loved ones, as well as the folks at Barstool Sports.
May she rest in peace.