Bad Bunny Turns the Mic on His Critics and Lifts Up Latinos on SNL

 

Global music sensation Bad Bunny is proving once again that laughter is the best comeback. Hosting Saturday Night Live this weekend, the Puerto Rican superstar used his trademark wit to poke fun at critics — including Fox News — who’ve been vocal about his upcoming Super Bowl LX Halftime Show performance.

The three-time Grammy winner opened his SNL monologue with a smile and a subtle jab at the backlash surrounding his selection for the NFL’s biggest stage.

“You might not know this, but I’m doing the Super Bowl halftime show — and I’m very happy,” he said. “And I think everyone is happy about it… even Fox News.”

Cue the punchline — a cheeky pre-recorded montage stitched together to make Fox News anchors appear to gush over the artist: “Bad Bunny is my favorite musician and he should be the next president.”

The moment brought down the house — a clever, good-humored way of addressing weeks of political criticism surrounding the NFL’s decision to tap the reggaeton icon for the February halftime slot in California.

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In the Spanish portion of his monologue, Bad Bunny took a heartfelt turn, thanking Latino and Latina trailblazers who “opened doors” for artists like him.

“It’s more than a win for myself — it’s a win for all of us,” he said in Spanish. “Our footprints and our contributions to this country can never be erased.”

He then signed off with another playful nudge:

“If you didn’t understand what I just said… you have four months to learn!”

The joke landed perfectly with the studio audience — a blend of comedy, confidence, and cultural pride that has made Bad Bunny one of the most influential artists in the world.

While the announcement of his halftime show has stirred controversy among some conservative voices, including former President Donald Trump and advisor Corey Lewandowski, Bad Bunny has chosen to stay focused on celebration and unity.

In a recent statement, he said the performance is about “more than music” — it’s about representing the people who paved the way.

“What I’m feeling goes beyond myself,” he told Variety. “It’s for those who came before me and ran countless yards so I could come in and score a touchdown. This is for my people, my culture, and our history.”

Despite political noise, the numbers speak for themselves. Bad Bunny currently ranks among the top two most-streamed global artists on Spotify, boasting over 77 million monthly listeners and a dedicated fanbase spanning continents.

From breaking language barriers to making history as the first Spanish-speaking headliner of the Super Bowl Halftime Show, Bad Bunny’s rise continues to be a story of authenticity, resilience, and joy — all wrapped in a beat you can’t help but dance to.

Super Bowl LX will take place in February 2026 at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California — and if Saturday night’s SNL is any indication, expect a show that’s bold, bilingual, and unapologetically Bad Bunny.