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NFL Halftime Shows Go Global with British Rappers and Pop Stars

12 Oct

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British rapper Giggs performed at halftime of the Jets-Broncos game in London
British singer Raye headlined the halftime show at the Vikings-Browns game in London
NFL expanding international presence with star-studded halftime entertainment

NFL Halftime Shows Go Global with British Rappers and Pop Stars

As the NFL continues its aggressive international expansion, the league has been upping the entertainment factor at its overseas games. In the past few weeks, the league has featured several high-profile halftime performers to give fans a taste of the Super Bowl experience.

On October 12th, 2025, British rapper Giggs took the stage at halftime of the game between the New York Jets and Denver Broncos at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London. Giggs, a south London native, called it a "huge moment" to share his music with the NFL fans in his home city. Just last week, British singer Raye headlined the halftime show at the game between the Minnesota Vikings and Cleveland Browns, also played in London.

The NFL's international push has also included other star-studded halftime acts, such as British singer-songwriter Myles Smith in Ireland and Grammy-winner Karol G in Brazil. This trend is set to continue, with Bad Bunny announced as the headliner for the Super Bowl halftime show in 2026.