Jorge Messi
Jorge Messi is the father and agent of Argentine football superstar Lionel Messi. He gained significant attention in 2016 when both he and his son were convicted of tax fraud for failing to declare earnings from Lionel's image rights during his time at FC Barcelona. The case highlighted the scrutiny faced by high-profile athletes regarding their financial affairs, particularly in Spain, where tax evasion has led to legal issues for several football figures.
Born on Jun 18, 1958 (68 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Costa Rica | 1 | 7.00 | 0.21% | +0% | 5,094,118 | 10,839 | $62,000 | 132$ |
| Argentina | 1 | 6.00 | 0.21% | +0% | 45,195,774 | 96,161 | $450,000 | 957$ |
| United Kingdom | 1 | 5.00 | 0.12% | +0% | 67,886,011 | 78,300 | $2,700,000 | 3,114$ |
| Totals | 3 | 118,175,903 | 185,300 | $3,212,000 | 4,203$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Argentina:
Jorge Messi, Lionel's father, passed away and was a significant supporter of his career.
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Costa Rica:
Lionel Messi considered his father, Jorge Messi, as his support and passed away shortly before Messi's retirement announcement.
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United Kingdom:
Lionel Messi considered his future in football following the death of his father, Jorge.
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Peru:
Jorge Messi was a significant figure in Lionel Messi's life, both personally and professionally.
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Peru:
Jorge Messi was the father of Lionel Messi and played a significant role in his life and career.
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Argentina:
Jorge Messi passed away after a painful battle with illness.
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Argentina:
Jorge Messi passed away at the age of 68, and his son Lionel expressed deep sorrow in a heartfelt letter.
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Greece:
Jorge Messi is remembered by his son Lionel for his unwavering support throughout his life and career.
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Canada:
Jorge Messi, Lionel Messi’s father and longtime agent, dies at 68.
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Uruguay:
Jorge Messi was a critical figure in Lionel Messi's life and career, supporting him from his early days in Rosario to the pinnacle of world football.
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