“So proud”: Shakira praises Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl headline moment as a victory for Latin artists amid growing controversy

Shakira champions Bad Bunny’s upcoming 2026 Super Bowl halftime performance. She calls it a significant cultural moment for Latin music. Shakira recalls her own 2020 performance and the challenges faced by Spanish-language music. Bad Bunny acknowledges the honor is for his culture and predecessors. This event highlights Latin music’s growing global influence and representation on a major stage.