Super Bowl LX saw a clash of entertainment and ideologies on Sunday, February 8, 2026, with both the traditional halftime show and a counter-programming event generating significant buzz. While Latin trap artist Bad Bunny headlined the Apple Music Super Bowl Halftime Show, conservative advocacy group Turning Point USA (TPUSA) hosted "The All-American Halftime Show," featuring Kid Rock, Brantley Gilbert, Lee Brice, and Gabby Barrett. The game itself, held at Levi Stadium in Santa Clara, California, saw the New England Patriots take on the Seattle Seahawks.
The TPUSA halftime show, announced in October, also included a tribute to founder Charlie Kirk, with photos of him and his family displayed on video boards during Kid Rock's performance. According to Fox News, Turning Point USA CEO Erika Kirk discussed the show and the organization's goals on "The Story." The counter-programming event aimed to offer an alternative to the mainstream halftime show.
Bad Bunny's performance, however, drew criticism. Former President Donald Trump called it "one of the worst ever," adding that it "makes no sense, is an affront to the Greatness of America, and doesnt represent our standards of Success, Creativity, or Excellence." (Fox News).
The Super Bowl also attracted a star-studded audience. Celebrities such as Chris Pratt, Jon Bon Jovi, Kendall Jenner, Travis Kelce, Justin and Hailey Bieber, and Adam Sandler were spotted in the stands at Levi Stadium, according to ABC News. Actor Chris Pratt introduced the Seahawks before kickoff, standing alongside his son.
In other news, Nick Jonas revealed that his faith was tested after his family lost their home and was "betrayed" by their church during the early days of the Jonas Brothers' fame (Fox News). His father, Kevin Jonas Sr., was the senior pastor at a church in New Jersey when the band signed with Columbia Records in 2005.
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