Super Bowl 2026 Halftime Performer Revealed

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You’ll like this news: Super Bowl 2026 officially has a halftime performer. 

Bad Bunny will perform at the Super Bowl on February 8th at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California. The NFL, Rock Nation, and Apple Music announced the news on Instagram on September 28th.

The announcement was made during the NBC broadcast of the Sunday Night Football game featuring the Green Bay Packers and the Dallas Cowboys.

Following Kendrick Lamar’s energetic 2025 Super Bowl Halftime performance, which featured special appearances by SZA, Samuel L. Jackson, and Serena Williams, everyone began guessing who would perform next year.

Online fans widely predicted that Taylor Swift would be the performer, with many believing she hinted at the appearance during her August 13th interview on her fiancé Travis Kelce’s podcast, *New Heights*.

Fans have been speculating about possible clues related to Taylor Swift’s potential involvement with the Super Bowl. One hint they focused on was a comment she made about her baking hobby, where she jokingly said she talks about bread 60% of the time. This led many to believe she was subtly referencing the Super Bowl, as the 2026 game will be the 60th time the event has been held.

Fans speculated Taylor Swift hinted at a connection to the San Francisco 49ers when she talked extensively about her love of sourdough bread on a podcast. She jokingly said she was ‘very deep into a sourdough obsession,’ leading many to believe it was a nod to the team, whose stadium is hosting the Super Bowl and whose mascot is named Sourdough Sam.

Taylor wasn’t the only artist people thought might perform. Metallica, a band originally from California and the Bay Area, was also a strong contender for the halftime show. Drummer Lars Ulrich even hinted at their interest during an August 6th interview on *The Howard Stern Show*, enthusiastically saying they would definitely be up for it.

Lars explained they’re definitely interested in making it happen. He added that holding it in San Francisco would be fantastic and a perfect location, especially considering his long history of promoting the city and the Bay Area worldwide.

To take a scroll down Super Bowl Halftime Show memory lane, keep reading. 

Before his Super Bowl performance, Bad Bunny will be hosting the season 51 premiere of *Saturday Night Live* on October 4th.

Bruno Mars and the Red Hot Chili Peppers delivered an energetic performance at the 2014 Super Bowl! Mars started with a strong drum solo and then played a mix of his popular songs like “Locked Out of Heaven,” “Runaway Baby,” and “Treasure.” The Red Hot Chili Peppers then joined him on stage for a lively rendition of “Give It Away” that got the whole crowd excited.

The 2016 Super Bowl halftime show kicked off with Coldplay’s Chris Martin singing “Look at the stars!” The performance featured a dazzling lineup, with Coldplay joined by Beyoncé and Bruno Mars. Together, they played a mix of their most popular songs, like “Viva La Vida,” “Uptown Funk,” and “Formation.”

Paul McCartney’s 2005 Super Bowl halftime show proved that classic rock remains incredibly popular. He played a string of his biggest hits, including “Drive My Car,” “Get Back,” and “Live and Let Die,” and finished with a rousing performance of “Hey Jude” that had the entire audience singing with him.

The Weeknd’s 2021 Super Bowl halftime show was a stunning spectacle. Performing solo, the singer captivated the audience with a high-energy performance of his biggest hits, including “The Hills,” “Earned It,” “Save Your Tears,” “I Can’t Feel My Face,” and “I Feel It Coming.”

The Super Bowl Halftime Show, featuring the Black Eyed Peas, Usher, and a guest appearance by Guns N’ Roses guitarist Slash, was energetic and visually impressive. However, some viewers felt the sound quality wasn’t always the best.

We only need two words to explain why this Halftime Show went viral: Left Shark.

Remember the Super Bowl halftime show in 2010? The legendary rock band The Who took the stage! They played a mix of their greatest songs, including classics like “Pinball Wizard,” “Who Are You,” “Won’t Get Fooled Again,” and “Baba O’Riley.”

Tom Petty’s performance might not have been the most showy, but it was packed with classic songs everyone knows and loves, like “American Girl,” “Won’t Back Down,” “Free Fallin’,” and “Running Down a Dream.” He came, he performed brilliantly, and he always had a smile. Rest in peace.

This performance didn’t include the controversial moment from the previous Super Bowl, but reactions to Justin Timberlake’s 2018 solo performance were varied.

The singer jokingly told the audience to move away from the snacks, stop eating, and turn up the music. And who would dare disagree with Bruce Springsteen?

For over 50 years, Mick Jagger and The Rolling Stones have consistently delivered energetic performances wherever they’ve played. Their recent NFL show was no exception, getting the crowd fired up with classic hits like “Rough Justice” and “(I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction.”

The Super Bowl halftime show featured a huge gathering of music’s biggest names, creating a wildly exciting atmosphere. Taking place during the peak of the boy band and pop music era, the performance is still considered one of the most memorable in Super Bowl history.

The event was amazing – think Cleopatra, a gospel choir, and even a cheerleading-inspired look. The energy was incredible, and everyone – the crowd, the players, even the sport itself – felt it. It was a truly unforgettable experience that has changed things forever.

Sting kicked off his performance with a fresh take on his hit song, “Message in a Bottle.” Gwen Stefani then joined him on stage, looking fantastic in a glittering bustier, baggy pants, and showing off her toned physique. The show was a huge success, and the audience clearly enjoyed every moment.

Shakira and Jennifer Lopez delivered a sizzling performance at the Super Bowl LV Halftime Show in 2020, captivating the crowd with their energetic show. They were joined by Latin artists J Balvin and Bad Bunny, and Jennifer Lopez’s daughter, Emmy, even got to show off her singing talent on stage!

Diana Ross delivered a truly spectacular performance at the Halftime Show. The legendary singer, formerly of The Supremes, wowed the crowd with four different outfits in just 12 minutes. She sang classic hits like “You Keep Me Hanging On,” “Baby Love,” and “I Will Survive” before making a grand exit via helicopter – a fitting departure for a queen like Diana Ross.

Following her performance of the national anthem at President Obama’s inauguration the previous month, Beyoncé knew she needed to deliver a fantastic Super Bowl show-and she absolutely did. She powerfully proved she was singing live at the Superdome in New Orleans, captivating the audience with her incredible vocals. About halfway through, she surprised and thrilled fans by bringing Destiny’s Child back together with Michelle Williams and Kelly Rowland. Beyoncé truly shined!

Lady Gaga’s performance began with a dramatic entrance – she sang “God Bless America” while appearing to descend from the stadium’s roof! She immediately followed this with a high-energy rendition of “Poker Face.” The entire show was incredibly exciting and a showcase of everything that makes Lady Gaga unique, sending fans into a frenzy. Unlike some of her more outlandish past performances, she kept things relatively simple, focusing on a thrilling, action-packed show that felt perfectly suited to the stage.

Michael Jackson delivered an unforgettable performance, showcasing a boldness only he possessed. He captivated the audience by remaining perfectly still on stage for a full 90 seconds – a daring move considering his set was limited to 13 minutes. When he launched into “Jam,” the crowd went wild. He followed with iconic performances of “Billie Jean” and “Black or White,” complete with his signature fedoras, dance moves, and incredible energy. For his finale, he united the entire Rose Bowl audience to create massive portraits of children during his performance of “Heal the World.”

Prince delivered what many consider the greatest Super Bowl Halftime Show performance ever. He played a mix of his own hits like “Let’s Go Crazy” and “Purple Rain,” along with covers of songs like “We Will Rock You” and “Proud Mary.” The show is especially remembered for taking place during a heavy rainstorm!

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2025-09-29 05:17