Bad Bunny Skips US Tour Over ICE Fears, Plans 2026 Super Bowl Halftime Show

Puerto Rican rapper Bad Bunny, real name Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio, will headline the 2026 Super Bowl halftime show, becoming the first solo Latino artist to do so. Despite his international success and multiple chart-topping albums, Bad Bunny has avoided touring the mainland United States due to concerns about Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raids potentially targeting his concert venues, which could put his largely Latino fanbase at risk. He explained that while he has performed successfully in the U.S. before, the fear of ICE presence outside his shows influenced his decision to hold a residency in Puerto Rico instead of a U.S. tour. This Super Bowl performance will be his only U.S. appearance in 2026, a decision that has sparked some criticism but also highlights his dedication to his community and culture. Music mogul Jay-Z praised Bad Bunny's impact on Puerto Rico and the music industry, emphasizing the significance of his presence on such a prominent stage. Following the Super Bowl, Bad Bunny will continue his world tour across Latin America, Asia, Oceania, and Europe, excluding the U.S.