Turning Point Reveals Halftime Show Lineup, but Fans Unimpressed

The conservative group's alternative Super Bowl halftime show will feature Kid Rock, Brantley Gilbert, Lee Brice, and Gabby Barrett, drawing criticism from some.

Feb. 2, 2026 at 3:15pm

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Turning Point USA, the right-wing political organization, has announced the lineup for its alternative Super Bowl halftime show, which was organized to counter-program Bad Bunny's performance. The show will feature Kid Rock, Brantley Gilbert, Lee Brice, and Gabby Barrett, but some fans have expressed disappointment with the lack of star power, with many hoping for bigger names like Jason Aldean or the band Creed instead.

Why it matters

The Turning Point USA halftime show is an attempt to provide a conservative-leaning alternative to Bad Bunny's performance, which has drawn criticism from some, including former President Donald Trump, who called the NFL's decision "absolutely ridiculous." The backlash to Turning Point's lineup highlights the ongoing political divisions surrounding the Super Bowl halftime show.

The details

Turning Point USA announced the lineup for its "All American Halftime Show" just days before the Super Bowl, featuring Kid Rock, Brantley Gilbert, Lee Brice, and Gabby Barrett. The organization, founded by the late Charlie Kirk and now led by his widow Erika Kirk, organized the alternative show to counter-program Bad Bunny's halftime performance, which has been criticized by some conservatives. However, many fans were underwhelmed by Turning Point's lineup, with some expressing disappointment and hoping for bigger names like Jason Aldean or the band Creed.

  • Turning Point USA announced the alternative halftime show in October 2025.
  • The Super Bowl 60 halftime show featuring Bad Bunny will take place on Sunday, February 8, 2026.

The players

Turning Point USA

A right-wing conservative political organization founded by the late Charlie Kirk and now led by his widow, Erika Kirk.

Bad Bunny

A Puerto Rican rapper who will be performing at the Super Bowl 60 halftime show, which has drawn criticism from some conservatives.

Donald Trump

The former President of the United States, who called the NFL's decision to have Bad Bunny perform at the Super Bowl halftime show "absolutely ridiculous."

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What’s next

Turning Point USA has not yet announced a location for the alternative halftime show or if fans will be able to attend in person. The organization has also not specified exactly when the show will air on Sunday.

The takeaway

The backlash to Turning Point USA's halftime show lineup highlights the ongoing political divisions surrounding the Super Bowl halftime show. While the conservative group aimed to provide an alternative to Bad Bunny's performance, some fans were left underwhelmed by the lack of star power in the lineup, underscoring the challenges of creating a successful counter-programming event.