"Bad Bunny's Super Bowl LX halftime show was more than a hit-filled performance - it was a carefully staged cultural statement. Beyond the headline moments, the show was packed with intentional details, from visual symbolism to casting choices, that were easy to miss in real time. We've rounded up the moments you might not have caught, and why they mattered."
"Lady Gaga appeared in a blue dress and sang a salsa rendition of her chart-topping hit "Die With a Smile," while fellow Puerto Rican native Ricky Martin took to the stage to perform Bad Bunny's "Lo Que Pasó a Hawaii." Maria Antonia Cay, known as Toñita, also made a cameo, briefly appearing onstage to hand Bad Bunny a drink. She runs Caribbean Social Club in Williamsburg, one of the last Puerto Rican social clubs in New York City."
Bad Bunny performed the Super Bowl LX halftime show at Levi's Stadium with prominent nods to Puerto Rico and subtle political and cultural statements. The production combined hit songs with visual symbolism and deliberate casting choices to create a staged cultural statement. Celebrity cameos included Lady Gaga, Ricky Martin, Pedro Pascal, Cardi B, Karol G, Jessica Alba, and Young Miko. Lady Gaga sang a salsa rendition of "Die With a Smile" and Ricky Martin performed "Lo Que Pasó a Hawaii." Maria Antonia Cay (Toñita) briefly handed Bad Bunny a drink. A couple were married during the set. Staged scenery featured sugar cane fields, a piragua stand, and a casita.
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