A television presenter who previously claimed that Lionel Messi’s father, Jorge Messi, was dead has quit her job and issued an apology, according to reporting. The presenter’s remarks sparked criticism after Messi was seen in tears during his first World Cup game. In response, the Messi family released a statement saying Jorge, 68, is not deceased and is instead dealing with a “health situation.” The statement attributes the family’s concern to Jorge’s medical condition rather than any death, and it clarifies the status of the father following the presenter’s earlier comments. Following the backlash, the presenter steps down from her role and publicly apologizes, acknowledging the error in her earlier claim. The combined reporting centers on the discrepancy between the presenter’s statement and the Messi family’s clarification that Jorge is alive, while also noting that he is currently experiencing health problems.