Darío Lopérfido, the former Secretary of Culture and Media of the Nation during Fernando de la Rúa's presidency, and a former Buenos Aires Minister of Culture, has died at the age of 61. He had been diagnosed with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) in July 2024. His illness did not stop him from engaging intellectually, as he continued his work with the Vargas Llosa Chair, which he had been part of for five years.

Lopérfido served as the director of the Teatro Colón in Buenos Aires in 2015 and had a significant influence on Argentina's cultural landscape throughout his career. His extensive experience in cultural management not only included pivotal roles in government but also saw him live in major world cities such as Berlin, Madrid, and New York, giving him a global perspective that he brought back to Argentina.

His passing marks the loss of an influential voice in Argentine culture, whose contributions spanned various facets of the arts and government. As discussions about his legacy unfold, it is clear that his impact on the cultural scene and public discourse in Argentina will be remembered for years to come.