Bad Bunny faced criticism over his upcoming performance at the Super Bowl halftime show. The Puerto Rican rapper, known for hits like “Soy Peor” and his collaboration on Cardi B’s “I Like It,” was recently announced as the halftime show headliner. This historic moment of performing entirely in Spanish has sparked controversy among some conservative individuals.
During the season premiere of Saturday Night Live, where he hosted, Bad Bunny humorously remarked on the positive reception, quipping, “I think everybody is happy about it — even Fox News.” He then expressed Latino pride in Spanish, inviting everyone to grasp the language before the show.
Notably, Bad Bunny has been vocal about his criticism of U.S. President Donald Trump’s immigration policies. His concerns were evident when he avoided touring the U.S. during his recent global tour due to fears that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officials could target immigrants attending his shows.
In response to queries about ICE enforcement at the Super Bowl, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem affirmed that officials would be present to ensure safety. She emphasized the importance of law-abiding citizens attending the event and did not specify the exact role of ICE officials.
Conservative figures like Benny Johnson expressed disapproval of Bad Bunny’s selection for the Super Bowl halftime show, labeling it as divisive and accusing the NFL of promoting anti-Trump sentiments. This choice has stirred controversy, with some suggesting alternative performers like rock band Creed or Kid Rock.
The unfolding drama prompted jokes on Saturday Night Live’s Weekend Update, where co-host Michael Che humorously mentioned the presence of ICE agents at the Super Bowl to apprehend farmworkers attending the event.
