Overview
- Jill Zarin called Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime show “the worst ever,” objected to it being in Spanish, complained about gestures, and suggested it was an ICE-related political statement before deleting her video.
- Zarin also remarked that there were “no white people” in the performance and speculated about Lady Gaga’s appearance during the broadcast.
- The Valley’s Janet Caperna labeled Zarin’s remarks racist, Chanel Ayan said she was disgusted, and Bozoma Saint John praised the show’s beauty and message.
- Real Housewives alum Taylor Armstrong posted and deleted a critique saying the show was totally in Spanish and referenced a Cuban flag, and neither she nor Zarin has issued a follow-up statement.
- Bethenny Frankel defended Bad Bunny’s artistic expression, Trump criticized the show on Truth Social, and coverage highlighted the Puerto Rican homage, surprise cameos, and unity-themed messages onstage.