Bad Bunny's Super Bowl halftime show on February 8, 2026, has become a focal point of both celebration and controversy, as it featured a powerful message addressing Puerto Rico's grid issues. The performance included dancers dressed as linemen, symbolizing the ongoing struggles with power infrastructure in his home country, as reported by The News Pakistan. This artistic choice was not only a nod to his roots but also a call to action for authorities, making the performance both a cultural celebration and a political statement. Geo Entertainment highlights that the show broke viewership records previously held by Shakira and Jennifer Lopez, emphasizing Bad Bunny's significant impact on the global stage.
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Bad Bunny's Super Bowl Halftime Show Highlights Puerto Rico's Power Crisis

Bad Bunny's 2026 Super Bowl show highlighted Puerto Rico's power issues, broke viewership records, and sparked debate on cultural identity, praised for its bold message and Latino business nods.
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Updated 14h agoSelena Gomez adds to Bad Bunny Super Bowl halftime performance dramaFEB 11, 9:10 AMRead →Bad Bunny vs. Kid Rock's halftime show: Who won the viewership battle?FEB 11, 3:09 AMRead →Bad Bunny breaks Shakira, Jennifer Lopez Super Bowl recordFEB 10, 11:01 AMRead →Jay-Z's hidden effort behind Bad Bunny's Super Bowl performance revealedFEB 10, 10:38 AMRead →Lady Gaga calls Bad Bunny's Super Bowl halftime show ‘powerful'FEB 10, 7:40 AMRead →Bad Bunny reveals hidden meaning behind Super Bowl LX uniformFEB 10, 6:09 AMRead →Andy Cohen supports Bad Bunny for performing at Super Bowl in SpanishFEB 9, 11:24 PMRead →Bad Bunny supports small businesses during Super Bowl Halftime showFEB 9, 9:30 PMRead →Bad Bunny's halftime performance dominates early Super Bowl viewershipFEB 9, 8:18 PMRead →
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