Argentine television host Florencia Peña publicly apologized for falsely announcing the death of Lionel Messi’s father during a live broadcast on Luzu TV. The inaccurate report prompted significant controversy and distress. Peña issued the apology while appearing on the program *Socios del Espectáculo* (SQP), visibly emotional and expressing remorse. She stated she was offering her “most sincere apologies” and addressed a message to Messi’s mother. The incident occurred during a segment on Peña’s show, leading to immediate backlash and demands for accountability. Details surrounding how the false information was initially reported remain unclear, but Peña’s apology represents an attempt to mitigate the damage caused by the error. The incident highlights the potential consequences of unverified information being disseminated through live media.