Trump Trashes Halftime Performance
President Donald Trump strongly criticized the Super Bowl LX halftime show on Sunday, calling the performance by recording artist Bad Bunny one of the worst in the event’s history.
The annual Super Bowl halftime show, which traditionally attracts tens of millions of American viewers, featured a Spanish-language performance by the Puerto Rico–born artist. Trump argued the presentation failed to connect with much of the national audience and did not reflect what many Americans expect from the NFL’s biggest showcase.
Posting on his Truth Social platform, Trump said the halftime show lacked creativity and inspiration, adding that many viewers struggled to understand the performance. He also raised concerns about the suitability of the show for families and younger audiences watching across the United States and abroad.
Trump further suggested that major media outlets would praise the performance regardless of public reaction, saying legacy media often misjudge how everyday Americans respond to cultural events. In the same post, he also renewed criticism of the NFL’s recently implemented kickoff rule, urging the league to reconsider the change.
Bad Bunny, whose real name is Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio, appeared at Super Bowl LX shortly after winning a Grammy Award for Album of the Year for his release DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS. The artist has seen major commercial success in recent years and was Spotify’s most-streamed artist in 2025, according to the platform. He has also topped Spotify’s annual “Wrapped” listener lists for four consecutive years.
Prior to the game, conservative nonprofit Turning Point USA announced plans for an alternative halftime option aimed at viewers who preferred a different type of entertainment. The event, called “The All-American Halftime Show,” was designed to offer programming centered on traditional American themes.
The alternate show was set to feature musician Kid Rock, a longtime supporter of Trump. Turning Point USA said the program would focus on American faith, family, and freedom, positioning it as a values-driven alternative to the NFL’s official halftime performance.
