Why was Jill Zarin dropped from 'The Golden Life'?

Jill Zarin was dropped from 'The Golden Life' by Blink49 Studios after she made controversial comments on social media about Bad Bunny's Super Bowl halftime performance.

What did Jill Zarin say about Bad Bunny's Super Bowl performance?

Jill Zarin called the performance the 'worst halftime show ever,' criticized it for being in Spanish, and deemed some actions inappropriate for young viewers. She also suggested political undertones and that the NFL had 'sold out'.

Did Jill Zarin comment on Lady Gaga's Super Bowl appearance?

Yes, Jill Zarin also commented on Lady Gaga's appearance during the Super Bowl halftime show, suggesting the singer had a facelift and was difficult to recognize.

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Jill Zarin's Super Bowl Critique Costs Her TV Role

10 Feb

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Summary

Blink49 Studios dropped Jill Zarin from 'The Golden Life'.
Zarin criticized Bad Bunny's Super Bowl halftime performance.
Her comments referenced the performance being in Spanish and inappropriate.
She also questioned Lady Gaga's appearance and appearance changes.

Jill Zarin's Super Bowl Critique Costs Her TV Role

Blink49 Studios announced on February 10, 2026, that Jill Zarin will not be involved in their upcoming series, 'The Golden Life.' This decision comes after Zarin, 62, made widely publicized comments on social media regarding Bad Bunny's Super Bowl halftime performance on February 8, 2026.

In since-deleted videos, Zarin expressed strong disapproval of the performance, stating it was "the worst halftime show ever." She specifically took issue with the show being primarily in Spanish, which she claimed made it difficult for her to understand, and described some actions as "totally inappropriate" for young viewers.

Zarin also suggested the performance carried political undertones and that the NFL "sold out." Additionally, she commented on the appearance of surprise performer Lady Gaga, 39, suggesting the singer had undergone significant cosmetic surgery and was nearly unrecognizable.