Diplo Shares Viral Video Appearing to Show Him at Super Bowl LX Halftime Show

The electronic dance music star's AI-generated video fooled some fans into thinking he performed with Bad Bunny.

Published on Feb. 14, 2026

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Diplo shared what appears to be an AI-generated video showing him on the field during Bad Bunny's Super Bowl LX halftime show performance, leading some fans to believe he was part of the show. However, a closer look reveals discrepancies between Diplo's costume and the actual field team's outfits, as well as the indoor setting of the video compared to the open-air Levi's Stadium.

Why it matters

Diplo's attempt to insert himself into the high-profile Super Bowl halftime show, even if just through a misleading video, highlights the lengths some artists will go to stay relevant and gain attention. The incident also speaks to the growing prevalence of AI-generated content and the potential for it to be used to spread misinformation.

The details

In the video Diplo shared on X (formerly Twitter), he is seen wearing a head-to-toe grass costume similar to those worn by Bad Bunny's field team during the halftime show. The video is overlaid with text that reads 'Surprise,' leading some fans to believe Diplo was an unannounced performer. However, a closer inspection reveals that Diplo's costume is not as tall and leafy as the actual field team's outfits, and the video appears to be set in an indoor field, unlike the open-air Levi's Stadium where the Super Bowl was held.

  • Diplo shared the video on Friday, February 13, 2026.
  • The Super Bowl LX halftime show took place on Sunday, February 8, 2026.

The players

Diplo

An American DJ, record producer, and songwriter who is known for his work in electronic dance music.

Bad Bunny

A Puerto Rican rapper, singer, and songwriter who headlined the Super Bowl LX halftime show, becoming the first solo Latin artist to do so.

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What they’re saying

“That's a new level of industry plant”

— DJ Scorsi (Instagram)

The takeaway

Diplo's attempt to insert himself into the Super Bowl LX halftime show through an AI-generated video highlights the growing prevalence of misleading content online and the lengths some artists will go to stay relevant. This incident serves as a reminder to consumers to be critical of the information they encounter, especially when it comes to high-profile events and celebrity claims.