Katy Perry has expressed her enthusiasm for Bad Bunny‘s upcoming performance during the Super Bowl LX halftime show, encouraging the artist to remind audiences of the “real American dream.” In a post shared on X on February 8, 2026, Perry wrote, “You got this @sanbenito remind the world what the real American dream looks like #SuperBowlLX,” accompanied by a football and heart emoji.
Bad Bunny, set to perform at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California, will take the stage while the New England Patriots face off against the Seattle Seahawks. The Puerto Rican superstar has previously indicated that his performance will be inclusive, even joking about English speakers having “four months” to learn Spanish. At a press conference ahead of the event, he emphasized that learning to dance is more important than language. “They don’t even have to learn Spanish,” he stated. “It’s better they learn to dance. There’s no better dance than the one that comes from the heart.”
During the same press conference, Bad Bunny became emotional while discussing his mother, Lysaurie Ocasio. He credited her with believing in him beyond his music career, highlighting her unwavering support for his personal choices. “She believed in my decisions, in my opinions, in my taste, in my choices,” he remarked.
The announcement of Bad Bunny as the headline performer for the Super Bowl LX has sparked mixed reactions. A survey conducted by The Athletic revealed that 41.4 percent of NFL players expressed discontent with Bad Bunny’s selection. One anonymous player remarked, “I don’t even know who Bad Bunny is. I always think it should be an American. I think they’re trying too hard with this international stuff.” In contrast, another player acknowledged the significance of diversity in America. “I do think it’s cool to have him, because America is based on diversity,” he said.
Adding to the momentum leading up to the Super Bowl, Bad Bunny recently received the Album of the Year award at the 2026 Grammy Awards for his album Debí Tirar Más Fotos. In his acceptance speech, he expressed gratitude to those who have supported him throughout his career and dedicated the award to individuals who have had to leave their homeland to pursue their dreams. “There is nothing that exists that we can’t accomplish,” he stated in Spanish. “Thank you to the Academy, and thank you to all the people who have believed in me.”
As anticipation builds for the halftime show, Bad Bunny’s presence not only highlights his achievements but also reflects a broader narrative of inclusion and cultural exchange in American entertainment. The Super Bowl LX performance is expected to resonate with fans and critics alike, showcasing the evolving landscape of American pop culture.
