The death of Darío Lopérfidoat 61 years old, on February 27, 2026 in Madrid, after a tough battle against Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) —an illness that he had made public with crudeness and honesty—generated a wave of condolences on social networks, the media and political-cultural spheres.
Former Secretary of Culture of the Nation during the government of Fernando de la Rúa, Minister of Culture of Buenos Aires, director of the Teatro Colón and promoter of initiatives such as the BAFICI, Lopérfido left a relevant mark on Argentine cultural management, even in the midst of the controversies that crossed different moments in his career.
Esmeralda Miter’s message
Among the most commented farewells was that of Emerald Miterhis ex-partner for several years. The actress published on
The text said:
“Today I want to say goodbye to Darío with my deepest pain, thanking him enormously for all the wonderful and happy moments we shared together, Darío, may God have you in glory and you will always be in my heart. May you rest in peace.”
The publication included photographs of both of them in shared times and accumulated hundreds of interactions in a few hours. Various portals described the message as “moving” and “emotional.” The gesture was significant, especially given the public exchanges they had had after their separation in 2018, and was read as an affectionate and mature farewell.
Voices of journalism and culture
It was also expressed Cristina Perezjournalist with whom Lopérfido shared radio space as a columnist. He defined him as “a good friend, a brave, brilliant person capable of defending what he considered true.” In a show with Nelson Castro on Radio Rivadavia he added: “He was always very grateful and we were the ones grateful to have him.”
From the political and cultural sphere – according to La Nación and other media – messages multiplied that highlighted his lucidity and his active role in the public debate. Leaders, journalists and cultural leaders described him as “a forceful and critical voice” and as “an unredeemed liberal who was not afraid of controversy.”
He Colon Theateran institution he directed, published a official farewell on its social networks: “The Teatro Colón sadly says goodbye to Darío Lopérfido, who was General Director of this institution and was part of a significant stage in its recent history. His commitment to cultural life and his link with this Theater left a brand that will be remembered. We affectionately accompany his family and loved ones in this moment of pain.”
On social networks, numerous users highlighted their fortitude in the face of illness. “He honored life until the last moment. His mark remains: perpetual, clear, brilliant,” wrote one of them. Others dismissed him as “a great loss for culture and politics,” valuing his “integrity and respect when making differences”.
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