Tributes are being paid to a ‘rising star’ sports reporter for Telemundo Kansas City who suddenly died while covering the Super Bowl on Wednesday.
News of Adan Manzano’s passing was announced by his employers, and they released a statement confirming that police have begun an investigation into his death.
Manzano – a Mexico native – was on the ground in New Orleans working as a sports anchor and sideline reporter.
A statement from KGKC Telemundo Kansas City read: [Adan] was a true professional and a rising star, who exemplified excellence in his work.
‘We will deeply miss Adan and 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.’
No cause of death has yet been announced.
WIBW report that Manzano’s wife passed away last April as a result of a car crash in Topeka, where the pair lived with their one child, a toddler.
Manzano is said to have graduated from Kansas State University and joined the Chiefs’ television crew at the beginning of the 2024 season as a sideline reporter.
He covered the Super Bowl last year in Las Vegas and was in New Orleans in a similar role this season, with the Chiefs once again in the big game on Sunday.
More to follow.
