Super Bowl LX Halftime Show: Bad Bunny, Lady Gaga, and Cardi B vs. Turning Point USA's All-American Halftime Show
The NFL Super Bowl LX Halftime Show was a star-studded event featuring Bad Bunny, Lady Gaga, Ricky Martin, Karol G, and Cardi B, who delivered an electrifying performance at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, Calif. Bad Bunny's show included messages like "Together, We Are America."
In contrast, the conservative nonprofit Turning Point USA hosted an alternative halftime show with Kid Rock and country artists Lee Brice, Brantley Gilbert, and Gabby Barrett, known as the "All-American Halftime Show."
Opinions on the two halftime shows varied among viewers and artists. Zach Bryan shared a video on Instagram showing someone watching the Turning Point USA show while avoiding Bad Bunny's performance in the background. Kacey Musgraves praised Bad Bunny's show and criticized Kid Rock.
Country singer Rissi Palmer expressed admiration for Bad Bunny's journey from a grocery store bagger to performing at the Super Bowl halftime show, emphasizing the inclusivity and significance of his performance.
The comments section on Turning Point USA's YouTube page was filled with patriotic emojis and references to founder Charlie Kirk, while some commenters highlighted Bad Bunny's message from his Grammys acceptance speech: "The only thing more powerful than hate is love."
The Super Bowl ended with the Seattle Seahawks defeating the New England Patriots 29-13. The performances and messages from both halftime shows sparked discussions and reflections on American identity and unity.