Bad Bunny was set to make history as the first Latin solo artist to headline the Super Bowl halftime show, a performance that came amidst a backdrop of political tension and technological advancements. The game, Super Bowl LX, was scheduled to showcase the growing influence of artificial intelligence, with major tech companies advertising their AI platforms, and coincided with the opening of the Milan Winter Olympics, according to multiple sources.
The selection of Bad Bunny by the NFL sparked interest, particularly given the artist's recent commentary on political issues. Roger Goodell, NFL commissioner, backed the choice, stating that Bad Bunny was "one of the great artists in the world," according to Time. The performance followed the Grammy Awards, where several celebrities, including Bad Bunny, made remarks about President Donald Trump's immigration policies.
The Super Bowl also highlighted the financial rewards for players. The winning team was set to earn $188,000 per player, as reported by a multi-source article from Vox.
The political climate surrounding the event was further complicated by other developments. Former President Donald Trump posted a racist video on his Truth Social feed depicting Barack and Michelle Obama, which was subsequently deleted. This action caused unease within his own party, according to Vox.
The Super Bowl's prominence in American culture was also noted. Football, while extremely popular, is also controversial, according to Sean Illing, host of The Gray Area podcast, as reported by Vox. The sport is a "civic ritual" in some places, and a "primitive distraction" in others.
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