Bad Bunny Brings Latin Pride to Super Bowl Halftime

The Puerto Rican superstar's historic performance celebrated his heritage and community.

Published on Feb. 9, 2026

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Bad Bunny's 13-minute Super Bowl halftime show on Sunday was a joyful celebration of Latin culture and identity. The set featured cameos, stunts, and powerful political statements, including a nod to Bad Bunny's recent Grammy win and a display of the Puerto Rican independence flag. While the performance had some loose moments in the dancing, it ultimately delivered an energetic and proud representation of the Latin American experience.

Why it matters

Bad Bunny's selection as the first Latin artist to headline the Super Bowl halftime show was seen by some as controversial, with critics questioning whether he was 'American' enough. However, his performance was a defiant embrace of his Puerto Rican heritage and a statement that Latin culture is an integral part of the American experience.

The details

Bad Bunny's set included songs from his Grammy-winning album 'Debí Tirar Más Fotos,' as well as cameos from artists like Lady Gaga and Karol G. The performance featured stunts like Bad Bunny crashing through the ceiling of a casita and falling backwards off a roof into the crowd. Throughout, he waved a Puerto Rican flag with a subtle difference - the blue was a lighter shade, representing the flag of the Puerto Rican independence movement.

  • Bad Bunny accepted his Grammy for Album of the Year just one week before the Super Bowl performance.
  • The Super Bowl halftime show took place on Sunday, February 9, 2026.

The players

Bad Bunny

A Puerto Rican superstar and the first Latin artist to headline the Super Bowl halftime show.

Lady Gaga

A pop star who made a cameo appearance during Bad Bunny's performance.

Karol G

A Latin artist who was present on the casita porch during Bad Bunny's set.

Cardi B

A Latin artist who was present on the casita porch during Bad Bunny's set.

Young Miko

A Puerto Rican rapper who was present on the casita porch during Bad Bunny's set.

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What they’re saying

“God bless America could apply to an entire hemisphere.”

— Bad Bunny (New York Times)

What’s next

Bad Bunny's historic performance is expected to lead to increased visibility and opportunities for Latin artists in major American events and institutions.

The takeaway

Bad Bunny's Super Bowl halftime show was a powerful celebration of Latin pride and identity, challenging narrow definitions of what it means to be 'American' and showcasing the vibrant diversity of the Latin American experience.