Jennifer Lopez Defends Bad Bunny Amid 2026 Super Bowl Halftime Backlash

Jennifer Lopez has expressed strong support for Bad Bunny as the headliner for the 2026 Super Bowl Halftime Show, praising his transcendent music and global appeal. Speaking on the TODAY show while promoting her movie 'Kiss of the Spider Woman,' Lopez highlighted Bad Bunny's ability to connect with audiences beyond language barriers and recalled their shared stage during the 2020 halftime show as a cultural moment. She appeared unaware of the controversy surrounding his selection and questioned the criticism, emphasizing that he is one of the top artists worldwide and predicting that many will be pleasantly surprised by his performance. Lopez described Bad Bunny as an amazing entertainer who has achieved something rare in the music industry. Despite backlash from conservatives, she remains excited for Bad Bunny's big moment and confident in his ability to impress. Additionally, Lopez briefly addressed her recent divorce from Ben Affleck, acknowledging his support on her film but steering the conversation back to her enthusiasm for Bad Bunny's performance.