After Bad Bunny’s bold Grammys speech, NFL commissioner Roger Goodell says the singer proved why he’s one of music’s biggest stars.
Bad Bunny’s powerful message at the 2026 Grammy Awards is still echoing — and now it’s getting support from the top of the NFL.
NFL commissioner Roger Goodell spoke out Monday following the Puerto Rican superstar’s emotional acceptance speech, calling Bad Bunny “one of the great artists in the world” and praising how he used his moment on stage.
The comments come as Bad Bunny prepares for one of the biggest performances of his career: headlining the 2026 Super Bowl halftime show.
Speaking to reporters, Goodell made it clear that Bad Bunny’s talent goes beyond music. “He understood the platform he was on,” Goodell said, adding that artists have long used major stages to connect people through creativity and passion.
According to the commissioner, that awareness played a role in the NFL’s decision to select him for the halftime show.
Bad Bunny made headlines Sunday night after winning the Grammy for Best Música Urbana Album for DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS. Before thanking collaborators, he opened his speech with a bold statement: “ICE out.” He went on to speak about immigrants, saying they are not “animals” or “aliens,” but human beings and Americans.
He closed with a call for love over hate, a message that quickly spread across social media.
The moment sparked strong reactions online. Supporters praised the singer for standing up for immigrant communities, while critics accused him of bringing politics into entertainment.
Still, many fans say the speech showed why Bad Bunny connects so deeply with audiences around the world.
Since being announced as the 2026 Super Bowl halftime performer, the global star has faced criticism from conservative voices. The debate intensified after past comments from government officials suggested heightened federal presence around Super Bowl events.
When asked about security at the upcoming game, Goodell avoided specifics, saying the NFL works closely with federal, state, and local partners as part of normal operations.
For Bad Bunny fans, the message is simple: the artist isn’t backing down. And with the Super Bowl stage ahead, his voice may reach even more people — whether they came for the music or the meaning.
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