6 Of The Best Moments From Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl LX Halftime Performance

Fresh off dominating the 2026 Grammy Awards, Bad Bunny has officially conquered the Super Bowl LX stage for his highly-anticipated halftime performance.

The beloved Puerto Rican musical sensation took charge of Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California, for the National Football League’s (NFL) championship game between the Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots — delivering an astounding performance that both entertains in the grandest means possible, while also speaking volumes in today’s sociopolitical climate. Succeeding the likes of fellow icons like Kendrick Lamar, Rihanna, Usher, and other halftime show performers in recent years, Bad Bunny followed through in their footsteps to give audiences worldwide an unforgettable showcase of his talent and artistry that was executed in a highly resonant, if triumphant, manner.

As we look back on what had just transpired on stage, Billboard Philippines has named six of our favorite moments from Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime show performance, listing down all the reasons as to why his showcase could easily be remembered as one of the most memorable halftime performances in the NFL’s history.

Enthralling Renditions To Several Of Bad Bunny’s Greatest Hits

Whether you’ve stumbled upon numerous videos or recordings from his concerts and festival performances, or even if you’ve religiously listened to all six of his studio albums, there’s no denying that Bad Bunny is an excellent performer. But to bear witness to a curated setlist of all his greatest hits across various eras (and even genres) on one of the most prolific musical stages in pop culture is a whole other level, making it all the more impressive how the Puerto Rican musician brought new life and even meaning to his live renditions of these songs.

Having promised audiences a “huge party,” that promise has undeniably come true following such a high-octane opener with “Titi Me Pregunto” and “Yo Perreo Sola,” bringing us back to his earlier albums, Un Verano Sin Ti (2022) and YHLQMDLG (2020). Still, Bad Bunny also made sure to give justice to the majority of his multi-award-winning record, Debí Tirar Más Fotos (2025), electrifying the crowd with “Voy a Llevarte Pa PR,” “EoO,” “Baile Inolvidable,” “NuevaYol,” and of course, the chart-topping “DTMF.”

Surprise Performances From Lady Gaga and Ricky Martin

Beyond Bad Bunny’s remarkable showmanship, this year’s Super Bowl LX halftime show was also graced with surprise performances from guest musicians, such as pop superstar Lady Gaga and fellow Puerto Rican icon Ricky Martin.

Lady Gaga’s surprise cameo saw her performing a Latin-infused rendition of her chart-topping hit single, “Die With A Smile” (originally performed with Bruno Mars) supported by legendary salsa group Los Sobrinos, which then saw her salsa dance with Bad Bunny himself for “Baile Inolvidable.” On the other hand, Ricky Martin was enlisted by Bad Bunny to perform an emotional take on “Lo Que Le Pasó A Hawaii” (from Debí Tirar Más Fotos) — a song that highlights the ripple effects of American colonization on its territories.

The Real Life Wedding That Took Place

It’s not every day (or perhaps every year) that the Super Bowl plays host to real-life unions and weddings, but Bad Bunny made sure to change things up this time around with his halftime performance.

As Lady Gaga performed her new take on “Die With A Smile,” a real-life couple was brought out on the field, where a surprise (and yes, a real-life) wedding ceremony took place. According to reports from NBC Sports, Complex, and Variety, it was mentioned that the newly-married couple had previously reached out to the Puerto Rican musician with an invite to their wedding, before being invited by Bad Bunny to get married in the midst of his on-stage performance — making it a wedding that’s surely one to remember.

A Star-Studded Lineup Of Guest Appearances

Aside from featuring Lady Gaga and Ricky Martin, Bad Bunny also brought out a star-studded lineup of fellow Latino celebrities, including Karol G, Cardi B, Jessica Alba, Alix Earle, Pedro Pascal, and Young Miko.

The ensemble went on the stadium’s field to join Bad Bunny on the rooftop of a Super Bowl-recreated casita for his performance of “Yo Perreo Sola,” as each of them partied on stage in another exemplary display of Latino unity. To those familiar with Bad Bunny’s shows, the casita itself served as the small house where he would welcome celebrity guests during his Puerto Rico residency, so bringing it back for a larger-scale setting on the Super Bowl is a grand gesture on its own already.

A Meaningful and Unapologetic Celebration Of Latin-American Culture

Beyond the music itself, Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl performance was steeped with various easter eggs, references, and loving homages to Latin-American culture.

Whether it was the designs of the various performance stages, set pieces, and costumes, it’s clear that all the intricacies behind the “DTMF” hitmaker’s halftime performance were meant to serve as a meaningful and unapologetic celebration of his heritage. The Levi’s Stadium served as a home to an elaborate space, which included a house (similar to the one from his “No Me Quiero Ir de Aquí” residency in Puerto Rico), transforming the stadium into a Puerto Rico vecindad, complete with its own barber shop, liquor store, and the iconic “casita” that housed his celebrity guests.

Even the giant sugarcane field, which featured some viejitos playing dominoes, a Villa’s Tacos stand, and Toñita, the owner of the Caribbean Social Club, was paired with a boxing match with real-life Puerto Rican boxers Xander Zayas and Emiliano Vargas, and of course, the iconic white plastic chairs featured on the cover of Debí Tirar Más Fotos. With how many references there were, future repeat viewings are sure to unpack more and more hidden messages and interpretations set to be dissected by fans and cultural commentators worldwide.

“THE ONLY THING MORE POWERFUL THAN HATE IS LOVE”

While the grand scale of the show’s performances and production value was surely a major highlight, the strongest recurring theme throughout Bad Bunny’s halftime show is undoubtedly its emphasis on unity.

What took place at Levi’s Stadium today was a joyous and celebratory performance that highlighted “THE ONLY THING MORE POWERFUL THAN HATE IS LOVE.” Beyond Bad Bunny’s powerful quote of “God Bless America,” he also made sure that such a statement not only reflected the United States, but also every country in North, South, and Latin America (even bringing their flags out), even holding up a football that reads, “Together, we are America.”

As the fireworks then shot up across the stadium, it became clear that what Bad Bunny offered had gone beyond the usual performance spectacle. His performance translated the richness of Latin American culture into a shared experience, underscoring a simple truth — that unity outshines division. In such a shared space, he brings us the resonant sociopolitical message that love leads, the American identity is collective, and everyone has a place on the floor.