Argentine actress Florencia Peña mistakenly announced the death of Jorge Messi, father of soccer star Lionel Messi, during a live television broadcast. The Messi family swiftly released a statement refuting the report, clarifying that Jorge Messi is currently receiving medical care and recovering. The family expressed their dismay at the inaccurate information disseminated by Peña. No details regarding the nature of Jorge Messi’s illness have been publicly released. The announcement and subsequent retraction generated significant media attention and online discussion. The family requested privacy during this time, focusing on his recovery. Further updates on his condition are expected as they become available.