Trump Calls Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl Spot ‘Absolutely Ridiculous’

Santa Clara, California — Former President Donald Trump criticized the NFL’s decision to select Puerto Rican superstar Bad Bunny as the headliner for the upcoming Super Bowl LX Halftime Show, calling the choice “absolutely ridiculous” in a recent interview with Newsmax.

During the interview on Monday, Trump expressed confusion over the decision, saying, “I don’t know who he is. I don’t know why they’re doing it — it’s, like, crazy.” He also attributed the choice to a promoter hired by the NFL and suggested it was not a well-thought-out decision.

Bad Bunny, born Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio, will perform on February 8, 2026, at Levi’s Stadium. This will mark a significant moment as he becomes the first Latin-American male artist to headline the halftime show, celebrated for his achievements in the music industry, including three Grammy Awards.

Bad Bunny recently drew attention for not including U.S. venues on his tour, citing concerns about immigration enforcement by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Three days after the announcement of Bad Bunny’s performance, Corey Lewandowski, an adviser to Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, stated ICE agents would be present at the Super Bowl.

Lewandowski said, “There is nowhere that you can provide safe haven to people who are in this country illegally.” In response to potential backlash regarding Bad Bunny’s history of vocal opposition to Trump, Noem echoed Lewandowski’s remarks, asserting a resolute stance against illegal immigration.

Despite this backlash, many fans and supporters of Bad Bunny welcomed his selection. Zaileen Janmohamed, president and CEO of the Bay Area Host Committee, stated, “We are confident that Bad Bunny will deliver an unforgettable experience for fans in Levi’s Stadium and watching globally.”

As the event nears, the intersection of sports, entertainment, and political controversy surrounding Bad Bunny’s performance continues to spark debate among commentators and the public.