Bad Bunny responded to MAGA critics upset about his 2026 Super Bowl halftime performance by speaking in Spanish during his SNL monologue, emphasizing his cultural contributions and giving critics four months to learn Spanish. His selection has sparked controversy from far-right commentators who questioned his American identity and political stance, but Bad Bunny's response underscores his commitment to his roots and artistic independence.
Bad Bunny's upcoming Super Bowl halftime show is expected to be highly political, potentially addressing issues like immigration, Puerto Rican pride, and resistance, making it a significant moment of cultural and political expression on one of the world's biggest stages.
Bad Bunny chose to exclude the US from his upcoming world tour due to fears of ICE raids targeting Latino fans, citing concerns over immigration enforcement and racial profiling, despite his successful performances in the US before.
The Biden administration has approved changes to the U.S. census and federal surveys, including adding a checkbox for "Middle Eastern or North African" and reformulating the question about race and ethnicity to include a "Hispanic or Latino" box. These changes, set to be implemented by 2030, aim to better reflect people's identities and could impact data used for redrawing voting districts, enforcing civil rights protections, and guiding policymaking. The revisions also include new definitions for racial and ethnic categories, but some unresolved questions and tensions remain, particularly regarding the "Middle Eastern or North African" category and the combination of race and ethnicity questions.
The Texas House has approved a bill that would allow local and state peace officers to detain and remove individuals suspected of being in the country illegally. The bill's passage came after Republicans cut off debate on the legislation, prompting a passionate response from Democratic Representative Armando Walle, who criticized the GOP for not understanding the impact of their actions on the Latino community. Critics argue that the bill goes further than previous immigration laws and could lead to racial profiling and discrimination. The bill now moves to the state Senate.
"Primo," a new coming-of-age comedy based on the life of journalist and author Shea Serrano, premieres on Amazon's Freevee streaming service. The show follows a young Mexican American high school student as he navigates cultural norms, societal expectations, and the chaotic home life of being raised by his single mom and five uncles. Serrano, one of the show's creators, hopes that audiences will see the universal appeal of the show and not just focus on its Latino characters. "Primo" is part of Serrano's growing portfolio of TV and film projects, including a limited podcast series for Amazon Studios and his first feature film, "Miguel Wants to Fight," which will premiere on Hulu this year.
Bad Bunny made history as the first Latino solo artist to headline Coachella, delivering a two-hour performance that included hits from three albums, special guests, and technical difficulties. He engaged with fans, showcased his Puerto Rican roots, and reinforced his self-confidence. The diverse and multilingual crowd sang along to his songs, making up for Post Malone's mic cutting out during their duet. Bad Bunny closed the show with "Después de la Playa," one of the biggest hits of summer 2022.
Bad Bunny made history as the first Latino to headline Coachella with a nearly two-hour performance that included surprise guests like Post Malone, Jowell Y Randy, and Nengo Flow. Despite technical issues, Bad Bunny interacted with the crowd from different sides of the festival grounds and paid tribute to salsa and reggaeton with historical video odes. He closed the night with hits from his album Un Verano Sin Ti and mambo-infused dance anthem "Despues De La Playa."
