Bad Bunny made history on February 8, 2026, with a high-energy Super Bowl LX Halftime Show that centered Puerto Rican culture and the Spanish language. While many viewers celebrated the performance at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, Donald Trump was not among the fans. The former president took to social media to blast the production, labeling the show “absolutely terrible” and “an affront to the greatness of America.”

The criticism follows Trump's long-standing disapproval of Bad Bunny, whose real name is Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio, as a headliner for the NFL’s biggest night. Despite the political pushback, the performance featured vibrant choreography and a setlist of global hits that resonated with a massive international audience. Sources like CBS News and TIME reported that the show represented a significant cultural milestone for the Latino community.

The data suggests the show was a massive success regardless of the controversy. The 2026 halftime show officially set a new global viewership record, according to reports from Forbes and FOX Sports. While Trump remains vocal about his distaste for the performance, critics from the Los Angeles Times and AP News have praised the production for its artistry and historic representation on the world stage.