Argentine television presenter Valeria Mazza has reached out to football star Leo Messi and his family following the death of his father, Jorge Messi.
Jorge Messi passed away at 68 years of age after spending time hospitalized. The former model, who is a close friend of the family of the former FC Barcelona player, contacted them to express her support during this difficult period.
Support for the Messi Family
Mazza, who gained wide popularity in Spain after co-hosting the television show Bailando con las estrellas alongside Jesus Vazquez, spoke with visible emotion about her contact with the family. She explained that she had been messaging with Leo Messi's mother, Celia Cuccittini, during the World Cup and sent another message immediately after learning of the tragic outcome.
Describing the loss as an enormous sadness, Mazza noted that people of faith who believe in God naturally wish their loved ones could remain forever. She acknowledged that Jorge Messi had been hospitalized for some time and sent an affectionate message of support to the entire family.
Mazza also noted that Leo Messi was fortunately able to return and accompany his father before his death. Addressing the period of mourning following the burial, she confirmed that the family is setting an example of unity by grieving together, adding that being able to embrace one another brings comfort.
Impact on Football and Family Memories
The news of Jorge Messi's death has shocked both the football world and society in Argentina. In Spain, where Leo Messi played for many years, a major wave of supportive messages has arrived from various public sectors.
Jorge Messi played a central role in his son's rise to becoming a global sports legend. He discovered Leo Messi's extraordinary football talents by circumstance when the child was four years old, later acting as his coach and manager throughout a career that included competing in the World Cup final in New York this summer.
Reflecting on family history, Celia Cuccittini previously shared that they initially had no name for their son, and although she preferred Leonel, Jorge Messi registered him as Lionel. Leo Messi also once reflected on his father's dedication, recalling that his dad woke up every day at four in the morning to work for his family.
