Summary
Bad Bunny addressed critics of his upcoming 2026 Super Bowl halftime performance during a Saturday Night Live monologue, where he spoke in Spanish and encouraged them to learn the language. Some far-right commentators criticized him for being "too international," despite being a U.S. citizen born in Puerto Rico. Bad Bunny is a leading Latino artist, emphasizing his cultural contributions to the U.S.
Key Facts
- Bad Bunny will perform at the 2026 Super Bowl halftime show.
- He responded to critics by speaking in Spanish during an SNL monologue.
- Critics claimed he was "too international," but Bad Bunny is a U.S. citizen, as he was born in Puerto Rico.
- Fox News personalities and MAGA commentators have been vocally critical of his selection.
- Bad Bunny emphasized the achievements and contributions of Latinos in the U.S. during his monologue.
- The Puerto Rican artist ranks as one of the most-streamed artists globally and has refused to perform in the continental U.S. due to ICE raids.
- White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt stated there is no plan to use ICE at the Super Bowl.
- Bad Bunny's upcoming performance continues the tradition of Latino artists facing backlash in prominent events.
