Lionel Messi's Father Jorge Dies at 68
August 8, 2026·about 3 hours ago·via Us Weekly

The soccer world is mourning the loss of Jorge Messi, the father of legendary athlete Lionel Messi, who has passed away at age 68. Jorge died months after battling an undisclosed health issue, leaving behind an incredible legacy as the man who helped shape one of football's greatest players. The Messi family is processing this heartbreaking loss during what's typically a time of celebration in the sports world. Read more about this...
