Puerto Rican reggaeton artist Bad Bunny headlined a Latin fiesta during his highly anticipated halftime show for Super Bowl LX, which took place this Sunday in Santa Clara, California.
"He represents love and unity, and that's what we need most," declared a Puerto Rican assistant at the stadium, while the artist avoided direct politics in the show, focusing on celebrating Boricua culture.
The performance was part of the championship game between the New England Patriots and the Seattle Seahawks. In front of 75,000 spectators at Levi's Stadium, the artist transformed the field into a sugar cane plantation with food carts in a pure Caribbean style.
According to the Argentine News Agency, the star, dressed in white with the number 64 and the surname "OCASIO" on his back, performed a medley that included hits like "Titi Me Preguntó," "Yo Perreo Sola," and "Voy a Llevarte Pa PR."
Guests and Scenery
The show had viral moments thanks to the participation of international figures. Cardi B, Jessica Alba, and Pedro Pascal appeared dancing in the "little house" that served as scenery, replicating the aesthetic of their "Debí Tirar Más Fotos" tour.
Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio arrived at the pinnacle of American sports after a historic milestone: a week ago, he won the Grammy for Album of the Year, becoming the first Spanish-language work to receive that award.
Controversy with Trump
The performance, watched by over 120 million viewers, was not without political division. Former President Donald Trump called the musical selection "terrible" and decided not to attend the game amidst a tense climate over his anti-immigration policies.
However, for Latino fans, Bad Bunny's presence was an act of vindication.
