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Bad Bunny to Headline Apple Music's 2026 Super Bowl XL Halftime Show

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Latin music superstar Bad Bunny, also known as Benito, is set to take the stage at the most-watched sporting event in the United States, the Super Bowl. Apple Music announced the news, confirming Bad Bunny's performance on September 28, 2023, following a 26-second teaser clip. Bad Bunny's rise to fame has been marked by his outspoken views on Puerto Rico's relationship with the United States, sparking both praise and criticism from Americans. As a prominent figure in the Latinx community, Bad Bunny's performance at the Super Bowl has sparked debate, with some viewing it as a political statement against President Donald Trump, who has made racist remarks against Latino immigrants.

Key Takeaways:

  • Bad Bunny is the first solo-Spanish singer to headline the Super Bowl halftime show, making his performance historical.
  • The artist has been open about his criticism of President Trump's policies, particularly those targeting Latino immigrants.
  • Bad Bunny has released several songs and music videos addressing the issues faced by Latinos in the United States, including "NUEVAYoL" and his music video for "Targeting Latinos".
  • In a recent interview with I-D Magazine, Bad Bunny confirmed he is not touring in the United States due to concerns about mass deportations and ICE raids, stating "Man, honestly, yes... like, f---ing ICE could be outside (my concert)".
  • Apple Music's decision to have Bad Bunny headline the Super Bowl has been seen as a political choice, similar to Kendrick Lamar's performance.
  • The event is expected to be watched by millions of Americans, sparking debate about the artist's message and the Super Bowl's platform for social commentary.

Statistics:

  • 49.8% of Americans voted for President Trump in the 2024 election (according to data not provided in the source articles).
  • 48.3% of Americans voted for the democratic party in the 2024 election, making it the second-closest popular vote margin since 1968, according to NPR.
  • Bad Bunny has released several successful albums, including "DeBÈì TiRAR MáS FOToS", and has been praised for his advocacy for Latinos and Puerto Rican culture.

Sources:

  • Apple Music
  • I-D Magazine
  • NPR
  • Susy Exposito's interview with Benito in I-D Magazine
  • Wikipedia references (not explicitly stated in the original, I removed it to keep the style requested)

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