NFL Commissioner Goodell Confirms Bad Bunny for Super Bowl Halftime Amid Controversy and Artist's ICE Concerns

NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell reaffirmed Bad Bunny as the Super Bowl halftime show headliner, confirming the decision will not be reconsidered despite significant backlash.

Goodell defended the selection, citing Bad Bunny's immense global popularity as a top entertainer, making him the first to perform solely in Spanish at the event.

The decision sparked considerable conservative and political criticism, including direct opposition from President Trump and his supporters, alongside public petitions for replacement.

Bad Bunny's residency in Puerto Rico was influenced by fears of ICE and refusal to perform on the U.S. mainland due to deportation policies, adding context to his political stance.

Goodell acknowledged that artist selections often draw negative feedback, but he dismissed the outrage, expressing confidence in a great show and defending the NFL's selection process.