NBA superstar Kevin Durant was bluntly honest when asked whether he was ready to dance to Bad Bunny’s music ahead of the Super Bowl LX halftime show. During a recent interview on The Up & Adams Show, host Kay Adams asked how he was feeling during his recovery from an ankle injury and if he was “well enough to dance to Bad Bunny” at the halftime show. Durant didn’t hesitate: “I haven’t listened to Bad Bunny before,” he said, adding he was doing better and wanted to take things day by day.
While many fans might expect familiar pop hits at sports events, Durant’s simple honesty that he’s never listened to the Puerto Rican artist before went viral because Bad Bunny’s performance is one of this year’s biggest cultural moments.
Benito Antonio, better known as Bad Bunny
Bad Bunny born Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio will make history on February 8, 2026, headlining the Apple Music Super Bowl LX Halftime Show at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California. He’s the first solo Latino and Spanish-speaking artist to lead the halftime show in this capacity, performing primarily in Spanish for one of the most-watched television events in the U.S.
A Grammys milestone with mensaje a Donald Trump
Just days before the Super Bowl, Bad Bunny experienced a standout night at the 2026 Grammy Awards. His album “Debí Tirar Más Fotos,” a deeply personal record that celebrates Puerto Rican culture and blends reggaeton with salsa and other island sounds, won Album of the Year, a significant achievement for a Spanish-language project. In his acceptance speech, he didn’t shy away from political commentary, delivering a powerful message about immigration and human dignity by saying “ICE out” in criticism of U.S. immigration enforcement policies, a statement that sparked intense conversation and backlash.
Politics, backlash, and cultural pride
Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl performance hasn’t been without controversy. Some political figures including former President Donald Trump and conservative commentators have openly criticized his selection, arguing that Spanish-language music and outspoken views on immigration don’t fit the traditional Super Bowl mold. Trump labeled the choice “absolutely ridiculous,” and other critics suggested alternative performers for the halftime show.
Supporters, however, see Bad Bunny’s role as a powerful moment for cultural representation and unity. His focus leading up to the show has been on celebrating Latino heritage and bringing joy to a global audience, even as he navigates the pressures of such a high-profile stage.
Kevin Durant wasn’t familiar with Bad Bunny until he was asked whether he was ready to dance, but now at least he knows who he is. Maybe he’ll even hit play on one of his songs to see what it’s all about and get a sense of what to expect from the Super Bowl halftime show. Expectations for the performance are high because of the controversy it has generated. Could this be the first halftime show featuring songs entirely in Spanish?
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