Reporter Adan Manzano, 27, tragically dies while covering Super Bowl just 10 months after wife passed away in car crash

Tributes are being paid to Adan Manzano, a 27-year-old sports reporter for Telemundo Kansas City and Tico Sports, who sadly lost his life while covering the Super Bowl in New Orleans. Telemundo Kansas City confirmed his passing on February 5, characterizing him as “an exceptional professional and a rising star,” whose enthusiasm and commitment significantly influenced the community. The station extended its condolences to his family and is collaborating with authorities on the ongoing investigation.

Manzano’s untimely death follows the tragic loss of his partner, Ashleigh Boyd, who died in a car accident in April 2024, leaving their 15-month-old daughter, Eleanor, behind. Fans and colleagues have taken to social media to share touching tributes, highlighting his kindness, strong work ethic, and valuable contributions to sports journalism in Kansas City. Many expressed profound grief, describing him as an extraordinary individual and colleague whose legacy will endure.