Jill Zarin Removed from Real Housewives Spinoff After Criticizing Bad Bunny's Super Bowl Halftime Show
Jill Zarin recently faced backlash and was removed from E!'s Real Housewives of New York City spinoff, The Golden Life, after criticizing Bad Bunny's Super Bowl 2026 halftime performance. Zarin expressed feeling blindsided by the decision and acknowledged her mistake, stating that people make errors and she is human. Her video review of the show, where she criticized various aspects of Bad Bunny's performance, quickly circulated online before being taken down.
Zarin's comments about the halftime show, including calling it the worst ever and questioning the use of Spanish during a US celebration, sparked controversy. She also raised concerns about the choreography being inappropriate for a family audience and suggested a political undertone to the performance. The backlash on social media accused Zarin of making racially insensitive remarks about Bad Bunny, who is Puerto Rican.
Following the public outcry, production company Blink49 Studios announced they would no longer involve Zarin in The Golden Life project. The decision was made in response to Zarin's comments not aligning with the company's standards and values. The controversy surrounding Zarin's remarks was also discussed on The View, and other Real Housewives alumni showed support for Bad Bunny's performance.
Despite the setback with Zarin's removal, The Golden Life is moving forward with Luann de Lesseps, Ramona Singer, Kelly Bensimon, and Sonja Morgan set to film in South Florida this spring. Zarin's daughter, Ally Shapiro, expressed her admiration for Bad Bunny's halftime show on Instagram, calling it the best in years. The show continues without Zarin's involvement, as the remaining cast prepares for filming.