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Jay-Z Confirms Self-Selection for 2027 Super Bowl Halftime, Bypassing Major Finalists

Jay-Z has officially confirmed he will headline the 2027 Super Bowl halftime show, marking the first time the rapper has performed at the event. The announcement, made by the NFL, Apple Music, and his company Roc Nation, follows weeks of speculation that he bypassed other finalists like Miley Cyrus and Justin Bieber. The performance will take place on February 14 at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California, coinciding with the 30th anniversary of his debut album, 'Reasonable Doubt.'

via The Guardian|

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entertainment2 hours ago

Jay-Z Confirmed for Super Bowl LXI Halftime, Fulfilling Long-Standing NFL Request

Jay-Z has officially been confirmed to headline the Super Bowl LXI halftime show on February 14, 2027, at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California. The announcement, made by Apple Music during a Monday Night Football game, follows weeks of speculation that the rapper would bypass other candidates like Miley Cyrus and Justin Bieber. This performance marks a significant milestone, as Jay-Z had previously declined to perform at the Super Bowl when his company Roc Nation began producing the event in 2019. The show will be executive produced by Roc Nation and directed by Hamish Hamilton, continuing the partnership between the NFL and Jay-Z’s entertainment firm.

via Fox News|

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entertainment1 day ago•1 min saved

Jay-Z Concludes 'JAY-Z30' SoFi Residency with Anti-AI Speech and Star-Studded Guest List

Jay-Z completed his two-night 'JAY-Z30' residency at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood on October 24, 2026, marking the 30th anniversary of 'Reasonable Doubt.' The final show featured guests Too Short, Dr. Dre, and Snoop Dogg, while the preceding night included Blue Ivy, John Legend, DJ Khaled, and Scarface. During the closing performance, Jay-Z urged the audience to 'question everything' regarding artificial intelligence and propaganda, emphasizing the need for critical thinking in the digital age. The residency follows successful stops in New York, London, and Paris, and precedes potential speculation about his participation in the Super Bowl LXI halftime show.

via Billboard|

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entertainment5 days ago•51 min saved

Jay-Z Selects Himself for 2027 Super Bowl Halftime, Bypassing Cyrus and Bieber

Jay-Z has reportedly chosen himself to headline the 2027 Super Bowl Halftime Show, a decision confirmed by multiple outlets. The 56-year-old rapper, whose company Roc Nation controls talent selection, passed over finalists including Miley Cyrus, Justin Bieber, and Harry Styles. The performance will take place at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California, coinciding with the final stops of his 'Jay-Z 30' tour. The NFL has not yet issued an official statement, but the move aligns with his recent high-grossing tour and the launch of his HBO Max docuseries.

via Yahoo|

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entertainment5 days ago

Jay-Z Selects Himself for 2027 Super Bowl Halftime Show, Bypassing Cyrus and Bieber

Jay-Z has chosen himself to headline the 2027 Super Bowl Halftime Show, a decision confirmed by multiple outlets. The 56-year-old rapper, whose company Roc Nation controls talent selection, passed over finalists like Miley Cyrus and Justin Bieber. The performance will take place at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, coinciding with the end of his 'Jay-Z 30' tour. Additionally, U2 will perform at the NFL's first Thanksgiving Eve game, marking a new initiative to boost non-Super Bowl viewership.

via Stereogum|

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entertainment6 days ago

Jay-Z to Headline Super Bowl LXI Halftime, Bypassing Cyrus and Bieber

Jay-Z has selected himself to perform the Super Bowl LXI halftime show in February 2027, according to Puck. The rapper, who controls talent selection through his company Roc Nation, passed over finalists including Miley Cyrus, Justin Bieber, and Harry Styles. The performance will take place at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California, coinciding with the final stops of his 'Jay-Z 30' tour. The NFL has not yet issued an official statement, but the move aligns with his recent high-grossing tour and the launch of his HBO Max docuseries.

via NBC Sports|

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entertainment6 days ago•13 min saved

Jay-Z Confirms Self-Selection for 2027 Super Bowl Halftime Show at SoFi Stadium

Jay-Z has selected himself to headline the 2027 Super Bowl Halftime Show, a decision confirmed by an industry insider to Deadline. The 25-time Grammy winner, who controls talent selection through his company Roc Nation, chose to perform at the event in Inglewood, California, over other finalists including Miley Cyrus, Justin Bieber, and Harry Styles. The performance is scheduled for February 14, 2027, at SoFi Stadium, where Jay-Z is currently concluding his 'Jay-Z 30' tour. While the NFL has not yet issued an official statement, the move aligns with his recent high-grossing tour and the launch of his HBO Max docuseries.

via Deadline|

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entertainment6 days ago•48 min saved

Jay-Z reportedly selects himself to headline Super Bowl LXI halftime show

Jay-Z is reportedly choosing himself to perform the Super Bowl LXI halftime show in February 2027, according to Puck. The rapper, who controls halftime talent selection through his company Roc Nation, is expected to announce the decision soon. Other candidates included Miley Cyrus, Justin Bieber, and Harry Styles. The 56-year-old has not released a new album since 2017 but recently sold out two Yankee Stadium concerts, generating $42 million. The Super Bowl will take place in Los Angeles, and the NFL is also launching an animated 'Star Wars Funday Football' broadcast for the event.

via Puck|

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entertainment7 days ago•14 min saved

Disney Unveils 'Star Wars Funday Football' for 2027 Super Bowl

Disney, ESPN, and Lucasfilm will broadcast a real-time animated alternate telecast of Super Bowl LXI on February 14, 2027. Titled 'Star Wars Funday Football,' the production will transform live gameplay into animation using data from Sony and the NFL, featuring C-3PO and other characters. This marks the first animated Super Bowl broadcast and coincides with the 50th anniversary of the Star Wars franchise.

via Variety|

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sports-and-entertainment7 days ago•2 min saved

Star Wars Funday Football: ESPN, Lucasfilm, and NFL to Launch Animated Super Bowl LXI Telecast

ESPN, Lucasfilm, and the NFL will broadcast a real-time animated alternate telecast of Super Bowl LXI on February 14, 2027, featuring Star Wars characters and original cast member Anthony Daniels voicing C-3PO. The 'Star Wars Funday Football' presentation will stream on Disney+ and air on Disney Channel and Disney XD, marking the first animated Super Bowl broadcast and coinciding with the 50th anniversary of the Star Wars franchise.

via ESPN Press Room|

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television13 days ago•13 min saved

ABC Bets on 'High Potential' for Historic Post-Super Bowl Slot

ABC has scheduled a new episode of the hit drama 'High Potential' to air immediately following Super Bowl LXI on February 14, 2027. This marks the network's first Super Bowl broadcast since 2006 and the first time the series will stream on Disney+ outside its standard bundle. The move leverages the show's status as the top-rated series in the 18-49 demographic to capture the massive post-game audience.

via Variety|

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television14 days ago•14 min saved

ABC Slots 'High Potential' After Super Bowl LXI in 2027

ABC will air a special episode of the hit drama 'High Potential' immediately following Super Bowl LXI on February 14, 2027. The show, which finished the 2025-2026 season as the top-rated series in the 18-49 demographic, will also stream on Disney+ for the first time outside its standard bundle. This marks ABC's first Super Bowl broadcast since 2006, when 'Grey's Anatomy' achieved similar lead-out success.

via Deadline|

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sports-business19 days ago

Disney+ to Stream 2027 Super Bowl, Expanding ESPN's First Broadcast

Walt Disney Co. announced that Super Bowl LXI will be streamed on Disney+ in the U.S. and over 55 international markets, joining the ABC and ESPN broadcast. The game, ESPN's first Super Bowl production, will air on Feb. 14, 2027, at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, Calif. Disney+ will also carry two 'Monday Night Football' games this season, including a Dallas Cowboys-Philadelphia Eagles matchup on Oct. 26. Ad inventory for the Super Bowl is already sold out, with 30-second spots priced at $10 million.

via ESPN|

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media-and-technology19 days ago•15 min saved

Disney+ to Stream 2027 Super Bowl and Two NFL Games Globally

Disney+ will livestream Super Bowl LXI in the US and 55+ countries on Feb. 14, 2027, alongside two Monday Night Football games, expanding its live sports portfolio.

via Variety|

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sports1 month ago•1 min saved

Rams Top 2026 Power Rankings as Lions Face Tough Playoff Hurdles

The Los Angeles Rams are ranked the No. 1 team in the NFL entering the 2026 season, bolstered by major acquisitions including Myles Garrett and Trent McDuffie, as well as the return of Aaron Donald. The New York Times notes that the Rams have the highest projected win total in simulations, despite facing a challenging division. The Detroit Lions, ranked No. 9, are expected to benefit from an easier schedule but face early-season injury concerns for key defensive players. While the Rams are the consensus favorite, the Seattle Seahawks, Buffalo Bills, and Denver Broncos remain strong contenders. Predictions for Super Bowl LXI vary widely, with the Rams, Lions, and 49ers frequently cited as potential finalists.

via Pride Of Detroit|

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