President Donald Trump sharply criticized Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl LX halftime performance, calling it “absolutely terrible” and “one of the worst, EVER” in a social media post Sunday night.
Trump described the show as a “slap in the face to our country,” arguing it failed to reflect what he called American standards of “success, creativity, or excellence.” He also took aim at the predominantly Spanish-language performance, writing that “nobody understands a word this guy is saying” and labeling the choreography “disgusting,” particularly for children watching worldwide.
A Performance Rooted in Puerto Rican Culture
Bad Bunny headlined the Apple Music Super Bowl Halftime Show at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California, transforming the global stage into a celebration of Puerto Rican identity and broader Latin American culture.
The Grammy-winning artist performed a high-energy set largely in Spanish, moving through immersive visuals that included sugar cane fields and a traditional piragua shaved ice stand—both symbols closely tied to Caribbean heritage.
A Message of Perseverance and Belief
Early in the performance, Bad Bunny reflected on his rise to the Super Bowl stage, telling viewers in Spanish, “It’s because I never, never stopped believing in myself—and you too should believe in yourself.”
His set featured several of his biggest hits, including “BAILE INoLVIDABLE” and “NUEVAYoL,” performed in front of a market-style backdrop labeled “La Marqueta.”
Celebrating the Americas on a Global Stage
The show concluded with a visual tribute to countries across the Americas, moving from Chile in the southern hemisphere to Canada in the north, before ending with Puerto Rico, Bad Bunny’s birthplace.
Fireworks closed out the performance during his hit song “DtMF,” marking one of the night’s most visually striking moments.
Special Guests and Surprise Moments
Lady Gaga joined Bad Bunny on the field for a salsa-inspired version of her song “Die With a Smile,” followed by an appearance from Latin music star Ricky Martin. In another standout moment, Bad Bunny handed a Grammy Award to a young boy onstage, symbolizing his recent success and future generations.
Conservative Backlash Continues
Bad Bunny has faced sustained criticism from conservative figures since being announced as the Super Bowl halftime performer last year. Trump’s comments mark the latest and most high-profile backlash, underscoring the ongoing cultural and political debate surrounding representation, language, and identity on America’s biggest entertainment stage.
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