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Bad Bunny headlined the first-all Spanish Super Bowl halftime, delivering a joyful, culturally rich set with guests Lady Gaga and Ricky Martin that blended reggaeton, salsa, and Puerto Rican imagery. The performance occurred amid political controversy over immigration enforcement (ICE) and drew reactions from Trump and others, while emphasizing unity and Latino pride as it closed with a message of togetherness.
Bad Bunny says his Super Bowl Halftime Show will be a huge party that viewers won’t need to learn Spanish to enjoy, emphasizing fun and dance as he prepares with relaxed, early-morning rehearsals during his tour.
Ahead of Bad Bunny’s all-Spanish Super Bowl halftime show, fans are racing to learn Spanish, sharing progress online and underscoring Latin culture's influence amid ongoing immigration debates.
Bad Bunny won the Grammys’ Album of the Year for his Spanish-language album Debí Tirar Más Fotos, making history as the first Spanish-language artist to win the category. He beat nominees including Justin Bieber and Kendrick Lamar, fought back tears while accepting on stage, and thanked God, the Recording Academy, and his mother. The win comes as he prepares to headline the Super Bowl halftime show.
The article discusses the controversy surrounding Bad Bunny's selection as the 2026 Super Bowl halftime performer, highlighting the racist and xenophobic reactions from conservatives who criticize his music, politics, and use of Spanish, despite his significant influence and the historical context of Latin artists facing discrimination in the U.S. The piece emphasizes that his performance will be a powerful act of self-expression and cultural representation amid ongoing prejudice.
The article argues that the controversy surrounding Bad Bunny's selection as Super Bowl halftime performer is primarily due to his use of Spanish, not politics, emphasizing that his language and cultural identity are being unfairly politicized while highlighting his status as a global music icon and cultural ambassador.
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene demanded a new English-only law before Bad Bunny's Super Bowl performance, criticizing his use of Spanish and calling for the NFL to stop featuring performances she deems inappropriate, amid controversy over language and cultural representation.
Adult Swim's new stop-motion series, Women Wearing Shoulder Pads, is a culturally rich show set in Ecuador that explores Latin American identity, queerness, and political themes, and is notable for being primarily in Spanish to authentically depict local life.
Selena Gomez addressed criticism from actor Eugenio Derbez regarding her Spanish language performance in the film "Emilia Pérez." Derbez had described her performance as "indefensible" due to her lack of fluency in Spanish, which he felt affected her acting. Gomez, who is of Mexican descent, responded by acknowledging the critique and expressing that she did her best with the time she had. Derbez later apologized for his comments, emphasizing the importance of Latino support and expressing admiration for Gomez's career.
Selena Gomez responded to Eugenio Derbez's criticism of her Spanish in the film "Emilia Pérez," acknowledging his perspective but emphasizing her effort and dedication to the role. Derbez had described her Spanish as "indefensible" in a podcast, but later apologized for his comments, expressing admiration for Gomez and the film. Despite the criticism, "Emilia Pérez" received a standing ovation at the Cannes Film Festival.
Eugenio Derbez has apologized to Selena Gomez for criticizing her Spanish in the film 'Emilia Pérez,' calling his comments "careless" and "indefensible." Derbez initially described Gomez's Spanish as "indefensible" during a podcast, but later expressed regret, emphasizing the importance of Latino support and admiration for Gomez's career. Gomez responded to the criticism by acknowledging her limitations with the language and highlighting her effort in the film.
Selena Gomez responded to Eugenio Derbez's criticism of her Spanish performance in the film "Emilia Pérez," acknowledging his concerns and stating she did her best with the time she had. Derbez, who appeared on the podcast "Hablando de Cine," described Gomez's Spanish as "indefensible" and questioned the cultural authenticity of the film. Despite the criticism, "Emilia Pérez" is still considered a strong contender for several Academy Awards.
Selena Gomez has responded to criticism from Eugenio Derbez regarding her Spanish-speaking performance in the film 'Emilia Pérez.' Derbez, who appeared on the Hablando de Cine podcast, criticized Gomez's lack of fluency in Spanish, suggesting it affected her acting. Gomez defended her efforts, stating she did her best with the time she had and emphasized the work and heart she put into the film. Despite the criticism, Gomez received the Cannes Film Festival's best actress prize for her role.
Selena Gomez, who stars in the Spanish-language film 'Emilia Pérez,' discusses her efforts to reconnect with her Mexican heritage and language, stating that this won't be her last Spanish project. Gomez reflects on her career, from her early days on 'Barney & Friends' to her current role in 'Only Murders in the Building,' and shares personal insights into her health struggles, including lupus and a bipolar diagnosis, which she describes as a relief that brought her balance.
Iconic Mexican band Los Bukis will headline the first-ever all Spanish-language residency in Las Vegas at Dolby Live at Park MGM, with 15 shows scheduled for May, July, and September 2024. The residency marks a historic moment for the Las Vegas Strip and follows the band's reunion in 2021 after more than two decades, with tickets for the residency going on sale to the public this Friday at 10 a.m.