Bad Bunny Creates Historic Moment at Super Bowl LX with Cultural Celebration
Bad Bunny made history and captivated a global audience with his groundbreaking performance as the first Spanish-language headliner of the Super Bowl halftime show. The 31-year-old Puerto Rican superstar, whose real name is Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio, delivered an unforgettable spectacle at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California, on February 8, 2026.
A Tribute to Puerto Rican Heritage and Unity
The performance began with a powerful tribute to Puerto Rico's agricultural roots, featuring Bad Bunny standing in a symbolic sugar cane field. This opening scene honored generations of farmers and field workers who helped build the island's identity. From this meaningful start, the show transformed into a vibrant house party celebration, complete with cultural elements like piragua carts, domino tables, and garitas reminiscent of Old San Juan.
Throughout his set, Bad Bunny carried an old-school leather football inscribed with the message "Together we are America", reinforcing themes of unity and inclusion. His outfit featured a white leather football jersey bearing his mother's last name, Ocasio, on the back, paired with his newly announced Adidas BadBo 1.0 shoes.
Star-Studded Surprises and Musical Highlights
The performance featured an impressive array of surprise guests who joined Bad Bunny on stage. Celebrity appearances included Cardi B, Karol G, Jessica Alba, Young Miko, Alix Earle, Pedro Pascal, boxers Emiliano Vargas and Xander Zayas, and Atlanta Braves right fielder Ronald Acuna Jr.
The most dramatic surprise came when Lady Gaga appeared in a stunning blue dress to perform a salsa version of her collaboration with Bruno Mars, Die With a Smile. The American icon even shared a dance break with Bad Bunny himself, creating one of the night's most memorable moments.
Bad Bunny also paid homage to Puerto Rican music legend Ricky Martin, who joined him on stage to perform a rendition of Lo que le pasó a Hawaii. The setlist spanned the artist's career, from early hits like Tití Me Preguntó to tracks from his Grammy-winning album Debí Tirar Más Fotos, which earned Album of the Year honors at the 2026 Grammy Awards.
A Message of Inclusion and Celebration
In a powerful display of Latin American unity, Bad Bunny shouted out multiple countries including the Dominican Republic, Chile, Mexico, and Argentina during his performance. He concluded the show with the titular track from Debí Tirar Más Fotos, leaving the audience with an uplifting finale.
Ahead of the performance, Bad Bunny had reassured fans that language wouldn't be a barrier to enjoyment. "People only have to worry about dance," he said. "They don't even have to learn Spanish. It's better if they learn to dance. There's no better dance than the one that can come from the heart."
Global Recognition and Praise
The Seattle Seahawks, who won Super Bowl LX against the New England Patriots, acknowledged Bad Bunny's cultural significance with a Spanish-language social media post that translated to: "Much more than an artist. A voice that represents millions. Thank you Benito."
Fans worldwide celebrated the performance for its vibrant energy, cultural authenticity, and message of unity. Despite the entire show being performed in Spanish, viewers praised Bad Bunny for using his platform to represent Puerto Rico while creating an inclusive experience that transcended language barriers.
The historic halftime show demonstrated how major sporting events can become platforms for cultural celebration and unity, with Bad Bunny's performance setting a new standard for representation and artistic expression on one of the world's biggest stages.
