Overview
- The NFL confirmed Bad Bunny will lead the Apple Music halftime show on February 8, 2026 at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California.
- Supporters of Donald Trump denounced the choice, with White House adviser Sebastien Gorka questioning the decision on X, according to AFP.
- Prominent MAGA influencers, including Benny Johnson and Jack Posobiec, attacked the selection, citing his Spanish‑language catalog and labeling him “demonic.”
- Bad Bunny has criticized U.S. immigration enforcement and recently said he would skip U.S. tour stops over concerns about potential raids at concerts.
- The Puerto Rican star has backed Kamala Harris and advocates for LGBT rights, and his booking continues Roc Nation’s run producing halftime shows since 2019, following a politically tinged 2025 set by Kendrick Lamar that drew MAGA criticism.