Child Actor, Not Liam Ramos, Appeared in Bad Bunny's Super Bowl Halftime Show

Rumors that the young boy was the previously detained immigrant child were quickly dispelled.

Published on Feb. 9, 2026

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During Bad Bunny's Super Bowl LX halftime show performance, a moment went viral where the artist handed his Grammy award to a young child sitting on a couch. Many fans speculated the child was Liam Ramos, the immigrant child who was recently released from a Texas detention facility. However, it has been confirmed that the child was actually five-year-old actor Lincoln Fox, who was part of the halftime show production.

Why it matters

The speculation around the child's identity highlights the ongoing public interest and sensitivity around immigration issues, especially involving children. Bad Bunny has been outspoken about his criticism of the Trump administration's immigration policies, which likely fueled the rumors. Clearing up the mistaken identity helps provide accurate information to the public.

The details

During Bad Bunny's halftime show performance, a scene was shown where the artist approached a young child sitting on a couch, handed him his Grammy award, and playfully interacted with him. This moment went viral online, with many fans speculating the child was Liam Ramos, a young immigrant who was recently released from a Texas detention facility along with his father. However, Bad Bunny's representatives have confirmed the child was actually five-year-old actor Lincoln Fox, who was part of the halftime show production. The moment was intended to be a lighthearted, feel-good interaction between Bad Bunny and a young fan.

  • The Super Bowl LX halftime show took place on February 8, 2026.
  • Liam Ramos and his father were released from a Texas detention facility last week prior to the Super Bowl.

The players

Bad Bunny

A Grammy-award winning Puerto Rican singer and rapper who performed at the Super Bowl LX halftime show.

Liam Ramos

A young immigrant child who was recently released from a Texas detention facility along with his father.

Lincoln Fox

A five-year-old actor who was part of the production for Bad Bunny's Super Bowl LX halftime show performance.

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What they’re saying

“It was my honor to be a part of the show.”

— Lincoln Fox, Actor (Instagram)

“The child actor in the halftime show was Lincoln Fox, not Liam Ramos.”

— Bad Bunny's representatives (USA Today)

The takeaway

This incident highlights the public's sensitivity around immigration issues, especially those involving children, and the importance of verifying information before spreading rumors. Bad Bunny's outspoken criticism of the Trump administration's immigration policies likely contributed to the speculation, but clearing up the mistaken identity helps provide accurate information to the public.