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Trump, Maher Clash Over Bad Bunny's Halftime Show
14 Feb
Summary
- President Trump called Bad Bunny's performance 'terrible' and 'disgusting'.
- Bill Maher defended the artist, playfully mocking conservative reactions.
- Bad Bunny's show averaged 128.2 million viewers, with Kid Rock drawing 5 million.
President Donald Trump has sharply condemned Bad Bunny's Super Bowl Halftime Show, labeling it "terrible" and "disgusting." He asserted that the performance failed to represent American standards of success and creativity, expressing dismay that children were exposed to the "disgusting" dancing. Trump also noted that his audience couldn't understand the lyrics.
Conversely, comedian Bill Maher defended the Puerto Rican superstar's record-breaking performance. On his show, Maher playfully criticized conservative America's reaction, suggesting their criticism was rooted in the show being in Spanish and overtly sexual. He humorously remarked, "He's not called Good Bunny." Maher admitted he didn't understand the Spanish lyrics but still found enjoyment in the performance, likening it to Olympic curling.
Bad Bunny's halftime show reportedly averaged 128.2 million viewers between 8:15 and 8:30 p.m. ET. This figure falls short of Kendrick Lamar's record of 133.5 million viewers in 2025. In comparison, Turning Point USA's "All-American Halftime Show" featuring Kid Rock attracted 5 million viewers.
