Vanessa Obioha
After his historic win at the Grammys last Sunday where he emerged winner of the Best Album of the Year for Debí Tirar Más Fotos (I Should Have Taken More Photos), the Puerto Rican music superstar is set to perform at the Super Bowl LX halftime show tonight. He joins a long line of global stars who have headlined the event, including Beyoncé, Rihanna, Usher, Madonna and others.
Bad Bunny’s selection has sparked mixed reactions in the United States, with some of the controversy tied to broader national debates about immigration policy. The performance is coming at a time when immigration enforcement and the treatment of undocumented migrants have been hotly contested issues, leading to protests and public debate over policies attributed to U.S. authorities.
President Trump’s administration has been quite vocal about the pick when it was announced last year, with Department of Homeland Security adviser Corey Lewandowski calling the selection shameful. President Trump also stated he would not attend the halftime show, though not directly because of the performer. Despite the pushback, the NFL has maintained confidence in its decision.
This is not the first time Latin artists have headlined the Super Bowl halftime show. In 2020, Jennifer Lopez and Shakira made history with a performance that celebrated Latin music and culture.
By choosing Bad Bunny, born Benito Ocasio, the NFL continues its efforts to broaden its global audience and reflect the international influence of contemporary music.
Audiences in Nigeria can watch Bad Bunny’s historic Super Bowl LX halftime performance on both ESPN and ESPN2 (DStv Channel 219) on Monday, February 9, 2026, at 12:30am WAT.
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