Bad Bunny to honour queer icons with bold Super Bowl Halftime look

Bad Bunny is set to make a powerful cultural statement at the 2026 Super Bowl Halftime Show, with exclusive reports revealing that the global superstar plans to wear a boundary‑pushing outfit in tribute to Puerto Rican queer icons and generations of drag, resistance and artistic rebellion.

According to sources close to the performer’s styling team, the outfit - described as a “political thunderbolt disguised as couture” - is already in production and is expected to challenge traditional expectations of halftime show fashion. His team suggests that the rapper‑singer is committed to embracing controversy in order to spotlight the creativity, resilience and cultural importance of queer communities. “He loves controversy. He lives to push envelopes … He is 100% going to wear a dress,” one stylist revealed.

He loves controversy. He lives to push envelopes … He is 100% going to wear a dress.

Bad Bunny’s choice aligns with broader themes in his career, where he has consistently rejected rigid gender norms and used his platform to amplify marginalised voices. Commentators note that his decision to don a dress during such a widely watched event underscores a growing movement in mainstream music, where artists increasingly highlight LGBTQ+ history and visibility through fashion and performance. 

The move is expected to prompt significant public reaction, with insiders claiming the NFL is “unprepared” for what the artist has planned. “He’s not playing it safe. The NFL has no idea what’s coming,” a member of his glam team said, hinting that the performance could ignite discussions about inclusivity on one of the world’s most high‑profile stages. 

Bad Bunny has already shown he is unfazed by criticism, having previously poked fun at conservative backlash during an appearance on Saturday Night Live.