Bad Bunny hosts Super Bowl 2026 halftime with Lady Gaga and Ricky Martin on stageBy Jeronimo Santos
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Bad Bunny hosted the Super Bowl LX halftime show this Sunday, February 8, 2026, at Levi’s Stadium, on Santa Clara, on Califórnia. The Puerto Rican artist, headliner of the event, performed mostly in Spanish, marking the first time in the history of Super Bowl that the halftime show predominantly adopted that language. The performance lasted about 13 minutes and included special appearances from other artists and celebrities.
The performance highlighted elements of Puerto Rican culture, with settings that reproduced a typical casita and sugar cane fields. Bad Bunny performed hits from his career and featured vocal collaborations from Lady Gaga and Ricky Martin. Celebridades as Cardi B, Pedro Pascal, Karol G and Jessica Alba appeared in dance scenes and on-stage interaction.
Super Bowl LX pitted Seattle Seahawks and New England Patriots against each other, with the halftime show taking place around 5:30 pm Pacífico local time (PT). The choice of Bad Bunny as the main attraction reinforced the presence of Latin music at the biggest sporting event of the Estados Unidos.
Visual elements of the performance
The scenography reproduced aspects of Puerto Rican identity in precise detail. A central structure represented a traditional casita, where dancers and guests simulated a Marquis party, common in Porto Rico residences. Campos of sugar cane in the background symbolized the historical work of generations on the island.
Bad Bunny used multiple stage levels for transitions between songs. Figurinos Colorful and energetic choreography accompanied the scene changes. The production included hundreds of dancers who interacted directly with the main artist throughout the performance.
Special appearances confirmed
Lady Gaga and Ricky Martin were the guests who sang alongside Bad Bunny. Gaga performed a salsa version of “Die With a Smile”, his collaboration with Bruno Mars, and danced with the headliner. Ricky Martin performed vocal excerpts on one of the tracks, reinforcing the Latin representation at the event.
Other celebrities appeared in visual supporting roles. Elas included:
- Cardi B, integrated into the initial choreography between the dancers.
- Pedro Pascal, visible in scenes in the structure of the casita.
- Karol G, participating in collective dance moments.
- Jessica Alba, present in interaction sequences on stage.

These appearances added layers of celebration to the performance without changing the main focus on Bad Bunny.
Setlist performed at the halftime show
Bad Bunny opened the performance with “Tití Me Preguntó”, a track that established the energetic tone of the show. Then, he transitioned to “Yo Perreo Sola”, maintaining the reggaeton rhythm characteristic of his work. The sequence included samples and references to other popular songs.
The complete list of songs performed included:
- “Tití Me Preguntó”
- “Yo Perreo Sola”
- “Safaera”
- “Party”
- “Voy a Llevarte Pa’ PR”
- “EoO”
- “Monaco”
- “Die With a Smile” (with Lady Gaga in adapted version)
The performance ended with references to “Debi Tirar Mas Fotos”, the artist’s award-winning album. Bad Bunny mentioned Latin American countries during the presentation, including República Dominicana, Chile, México, and Argentina.
Context of choosing Bad Bunny
The NFL selected Bad Bunny as the headliner of Super Bowl LX recognizing his position as one of the most listened to artists globally. The Puerto Rican has accumulated billions of streams on digital platforms and awards at recent ceremonies. Sua performance represented a milestone for Spanish music at the event.
Super Bowl’s halftime show traditionally invites wide-ranging artists to attract diverse audiences. Previous Edições featured performers such as Usher in 2024 and Kendrick Lamar in 2025. The 2026 edition prioritized Latin representation in response to the growth of this audience in the
Event producers coordinated logistics with the Bad Bunny team to incorporate authentic cultural elements. The performance took place with no reported technical interruptions during halftime of the game.
Repertoire and musical transitions
Bad Bunny structured the setlist to alternate between consolidated hits and collaborative moments. The transition to Lady Gaga’s participation occurred during a choreographed pause that highlighted the artist’s blue dress. Ricky Martin entered in a similar sequence, maintaining the continuous flow of the presentation.
The selected songs covered different phases of the headliner’s career. Faixas as “Monaco” represented more recent works, while “Safaera” brought classic reggaeton elements. Amostras of other songs appeared briefly to enrich the transitions.
The limited duration of 13 minutes required precise repertoire selections. Bad Bunny prioritized songs with high international recognition to maximize the impact on the present and television audiences.
Scenario and technical production
Levi’s Stadium received specific adaptations for the halftime show’s central stage. Equipes set up the scenography in minutes during the game break. Iluminação synchronized with the music changes and guest entrances.
The production utilized targeted sound technology to ensure clarity throughout the stadium. Câmeras captured multiple angles, including aerial views of the themed sets. Transmissão Live reached millions of viewers on Estados Unidos and internationally.
Cultural representation at the event
Bad Bunny incorporated symbols from Porto Rico centrally into the presentation. The casita reproduced in the countryside was reminiscent of traditional residences on the island. Elementos like the Marquis festival highlighted local social customs.
The performance included messages of unity between Latin American countries. The artist mentioned specific nations during spoken parts. Essa approach reinforced the cultural diversity present in the Super Bowl audience.
The choice of Spanish as the main language marked a difference in relation to previous editions. The show maintained accessibility through well-known global hits across language barriers.
Logistical details of the Super Bowl LX
The game took place at Levi’s Stadium with a capacity for more than 68 thousand spectators. The match started at 3:30 pm Pacífico local time. The halftime show began at approximately 5:30 pm PT, following the standard schedule.
Broadcasters covered the event on multiple channels and streaming platforms. The NFL coordinated the halftime production in partnership with Apple Music, official sponsor. Equipes security and logistics ensured incident-free execution.
Legacy of guest appearances
Guests like Lady Gaga brought previous Super Bowl experience to the performance. Gaga headlined the event in 2017 with its own presentation. Sua participation in 2026 represented a return to the halftime stage.
Ricky Martin has contributed a similar legacy to global Latin music. Outros cameos from actors and artists reinforced the celebratory nature of the show. Essas collaborations followed the tradition established in recent editions of halftime.
General structure of the presentation
Bad Bunny maintained central control of the narrative throughout the 13 minutes. Transições between songs occurred without long pauses. Coreografias collectives integrated dancers and guests in a coordinated way.
The performance started with high energy and progressed to more collaborative moments. The ending emphasized positive messages and cultural recognition. Público in the stadium reacted with continuous applause to the guest entrances.
Impact of Latin music on Super Bowl
The 2026 edition consolidated the trend of including Latin artists in the halftime show. Previous Performances have already featured similar elements in specific collaborations. Bad Bunny elevated this representation to the level of main headliner.
The event attracts a significant global audience each year. The presence of music in Spanish expanded its reach for speakers of that language. Produtores considered this factor when selecting the artist.







