Bad Bunny Super Bowl Halftime Show: Trump Slams Performance, Hands Grammy to Young Actor

Trump slams Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime show while child actor Lincoln Fox and Kid Rock’s rival “All-American Halftime Show” steal part of the spotlight

Bad Bunny Super Bowl Halftime Show Sparks Controversy and Praise

Bad Bunny headlined the Apple Music Super Bowl LX Halftime Show during Sunday’s matchup between the Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots at Levi’s Stadium. The Puerto Rican superstar performed a Spanish‑language set featuring his biggest hits and Latin urban music. The performance took place on a vibrant, living‑room‑style stage positioned at midfield, showcasing his signature creative flair.

During the Bad Bunny Super Bowl halftime show, the artist invited a young boy onto the stage and handed him a Grammy Award prop before continuing his set. Media outlets and the child’s representatives later confirmed that the boy was 5‑year‑old actor Lincoln Fox, not Liam Ramos as rumors on social media suggested. Fox later shared behind‑the‑scenes footage and expressed gratitude for the opportunity, calling it “an unforgettable honor.”

Bad Bunny’s halftime selection stirred political discussion leading up to the Super Bowl. Former President Donald Trump and several conservative commentators criticized the NFL’s decision, calling it divisive. In a January interview, Trump labeled Bad Bunny “a terrible choice” and claimed the performance would “sow hatred.” His press secretary, Karoline Leavitt, told reporters that Trump would have preferred Kid Rock as the headliner.

Despite his earlier remarks, Trump attended a Super Bowl watch party where the halftime show played on television. Moments after Bad Bunny’s set, Trump posted on Truth Social, calling the performance “absolutely terrible” and “one of the worst ever.” He criticized the Spanish lyrics, the choreography, and claimed that the show failed to reflect “American creativity or excellence.”

Meanwhile, conservative organization Turning Point USA hosted an alternative live‑streamed event titled the “All‑American Halftime Show.” The patriotic production featured Kid Rock, Brantley Gilbert, Lee Brice, and other artists. According to organizers and media reports, the stream reached several million concurrent viewers and served as counter‑programming for audiences dissatisfied with the NFL’s choice of performer.