Antonela Roccuzzo, wife of football icon Lionel Messi, experienced an awkward yet widely shared moment in Miami when she was approached by influencer Ziv Tamir, who failed to recognize her. The incident occurred as Roccuzzo was leaving a padel match, a sport she frequently enjoys with friends while Messi trains with Inter Miami.
Tamir, known for his street interviews about luxury watches, stopped her in his usual style and asked, “What watch are you wearing?” unaware of her identity. Roccuzzo, known for her calm and approachable demeanor, smiled and responded politely, showing off her Tiffany & Co. luxury edition timepiece.
A polite but firm response
As the conversation continued, a friend of Roccuzzo’s stepped in to help translate Tamir’s questions. The influencer, still oblivious to who he was speaking with, pressed further and asked her what she did for a living. That’s when the tone subtly shifted.
Without losing her composure, Roccuzzo replied with a brief “Really?” followed by a simple “Okay,” before ending the interaction. The moment, captured on video by Tamir and later uploaded to TikTok, quickly went viral. Within hours, the clip had amassed over eight million views and sparked thousands of comments.
Social media reacts
The online response was swift and divided. Many users praised Roccuzzo for her grace and patience, while others expressed disbelief that Tamir hadn’t recognized one of the most well-known figures in the football world. Despite the confusion, Tamir captioned the video with “A kind lady,” still unaware of the identity of his interviewee.
A glimpse into Antonela’s everyday life
The encounter took place at one of the padel courts Roccuzzo regularly visits in Miami. Dressed in white and exuding a relaxed, down-to-earth vibe, she once again demonstrated the humility and poise that have made her a beloved figure beyond the football community.
