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NFL Hall of Famer Eric Dickerson criticized Bad Bunny for allegedly making anti-American remarks and urged him not to perform at the Super Bowl if he dislikes the U.S., amid ongoing political tensions surrounding the artist's participation in the event.
Taylor Swift denied reports that her Super Bowl halftime show talks collapsed, stating she is focused on supporting her fiancé Travis Kelce and has not officially negotiated with the NFL. Despite reports of disagreements over performance rights, Swift's involvement could significantly boost Super Bowl ratings, and the NFL may reconsider its stance to secure her performance in the future.
Bad Bunny's selection as the Super Bowl halftime performer has sparked controversy among MAGA supporters due to his political stances and opposition to Trump, highlighting the intersection of entertainment and politics.
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell indicated that Taylor Swift's performance at the Super Bowl LX halftime show is a possibility, describing it as a 'maybe,' and is waiting for approval from Jay-Z, the producer of the halftime show. The speculation has increased following Swift's engagement with Travis Kelce and subtle hints she dropped during a podcast appearance.
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell stated that Taylor Swift is always welcome to perform at the Super Bowl Halftime Show, and while a performance may be in the works, no official announcement has been made. The show is overseen by Roc Nation, and Swift's potential involvement is considered timely given her recent engagement and media presence. The NFL has a history of featuring diverse artists for the halftime show.
Alicia Keys' Super Bowl Halftime performance with Usher faced criticism for a brief vocal mishap, leading to her vocals being edited in the re-uploaded YouTube video by the NFL and Apple Music. Despite the controversy, her husband Swizz Beatz defended her, emphasizing the overall performance and dismissing the negativity. Keys also faced scrutiny for her closeness with Usher during their performance, overshadowing Usher's tribute to his music catalog and guest appearances by other artists.
Usher is set to headline the 2024 Super Bowl Halftime Show, following in the footsteps of iconic performances by artists like Beyoncé, Jennifer Lopez, and Rihanna. These halftime shows have become career milestones for many performers, with memorable moments including Rihanna's pregnancy announcement and Beyoncé reuniting with Destiny's Child. Other standout performances include Lady Gaga's aerial entrance, Katy Perry's record-breaking audience, and Prince's legendary party at the Super Bowl.
Usher downplays the fallout from his viral moment with Keke Palmer, stating that the situation was blown out of proportion. He believes they capitalized on the moment and has no regrets about the "Boyfriend" music video starring Keke. Usher also discusses his upcoming Super Bowl Halftime performance but remains coy about potential guests joining him on stage.