A heartbreaking tragedy has struck the sports journalism community as Adan Manzano, a rising star at Telemundo Kansas City, has suddenly passed away while reporting on the Super Bowl in New Orleans.
The news was confirmed by his employers on Wednesday, who also revealed that police have launched an investigation into the cause of his death.
A Bright Talent Taken Too Soon
Manzano, originally from Mexico, was an anchor and sideline reporter for Telemundo Kansas City.
His untimely death has left a deep void, as many remembered him as a dedicated professional and an emerging talent in the world of sports journalism.
The station released a statement honoring his memory, describing him as someone who “exemplified excellence in his work” and acknowledging his strong presence in the local community.
“Adan was a true professional and a rising star,” the statement read.
“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.”
A Personal Tragedy Amid Career Success
Manzano’s death is made even more tragic by the loss he and his family endured just months earlier.
Reports revealed that his wife had tragically passed away in a car accident in Topeka last April.
The couple, along with their young child, had made their home there, and this loss added to the heartbreaking nature of the sports reporter’s passing.
A Journey That Began at Kansas State University
Manzano’s professional journey took him through Kansas State University, where he graduated before starting his career with the Chiefs’ television crew in the 2024 season.
His passion for sports and reporting saw him covering last year’s Super Bowl in Las Vegas, and just this season, he was in New Orleans to report on the big game again, with the Chiefs returning for another shot at the championship.
As his employers and the community mourn his passing, they remember a man who had so much more to give.
His family, friends, and colleagues are left with fond memories of a young man with a bright future ahead of him.
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