Former U.S. President Donald Trump has taken to Truth Social to sharply criticize Puerto Rican singer Bad Bunny’s halftime performance at the Super Bowl, calling it “absolutely terrible” and “one of the worst, EVER.”
Trump’s comments focused on the performance being primarily in Spanish, claiming that the audience “couldn’t understand a single word” and that the show failed to meet American standards of “success, creativity, or excellence.” He went on to describe it as a “slap in the face to our country.”
Bad Bunny performed during the clash between the Seattle Seahawks and New England Patriots, with Seattle winning 29‑13. The show included surprise appearances from Lady Gaga, performing a salsa-inspired rendition of “Die With a Smile,” and Ricky Martin, who performed “Lo Que Le Paso a Hawaii.” In one memorable moment, Bad Bunny presented a Grammy award to a young boy widely reported online to be 5-year-old Liam Ramos, although it was later clarified that the child was not the same individual recently detained by ICE in Minnesota.
Despite Trump’s criticism, fans and social media users praised the halftime show for its energy, guest appearances, and cultural representation, sparking renewed discussion on the role of Spanish-language music in major U.S. events.
The performance has ignited a broader debate about diversity in American pop culture, with supporters highlighting the growing recognition of Latin music and its influence on mainstream entertainment.
