Puerto Rico Pauses for 13 Minutes to Applaud Bad Bunny's Historic Success

The island nation celebrated the local superstar's achievements during the Super Bowl halftime show.

Published on Feb. 8, 2026

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Many Puerto Ricans in San Juan and across the island paused for 13 minutes during the Super Bowl to applaud and celebrate the historic performance of local superstar Bad Bunny during the halftime show.

Why it matters

Bad Bunny's rise to global fame as a Puerto Rican artist has been a source of immense pride for the island nation, which has faced significant economic and social challenges in recent years. His prominent Super Bowl halftime appearance was seen as a landmark moment for Puerto Rican culture and representation on the world stage.

The details

During the 13-minute halftime show, which featured Bad Bunny as the headline performer, many Puerto Ricans across the island paused their Super Bowl viewing to collectively applaud and cheer on the local superstar. Businesses, schools, and homes all took a break to celebrate Bad Bunny's historic achievement.

  • Bad Bunny performed during the 13-minute Super Bowl halftime show.

The players

Bad Bunny

A Puerto Rican singer, rapper, and songwriter who has become a global superstar, known for his innovative blend of reggaeton, trap, and Latin pop music.

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What they’re saying

“This was a moment of pure pride for all of us in Puerto Rico. Bad Bunny representing us on the world's biggest stage was incredible.”

— Sofía Rodríguez, San Juan resident (Instagram)

The takeaway

Bad Bunny's Super Bowl halftime performance underscores the growing influence and recognition of Puerto Rican artists and culture on the global stage, providing a powerful source of national pride and representation for the island nation.