Donald Trump has unleashed a scathing late-night critique of the Super Bowl LX halftime show, with the former US President branding Bad Bunny's performance as "disgusting" and labelling it "one of the worst EVER". The 47th President of the United States did not attend the NFL showpiece game, citing "distance issues" as the reason for his absence, yet he found ample opportunity to voice his disapproval from afar.
Trump's Social Media Tirade Against Halftime Spectacle
Taking to his own social media platform, Truth Social, Mr Trump condemned the show in his characteristic angry style. He wrote: "The Super Bowl Halftime Show is absolutely terrible, one of the worst, EVER! It makes no sense, is an affront to the Greatness of America, and doesn't represent our standards of Success, Creativity, or Excellence."
He then alleged viewers had no idea what was happening, adding: "Nobody understands a word this guy is saying, and the dancing is disgusting - especially for young children watching throughout the U.S.A. and all over the World."
Performance Elements That Triggered the Outburst
Bad Bunny, the Grammy Award-winning music superstar, appeared to take a subtle swipe at Mr Trump during his halftime spectacular. Footage of his Grammy Awards speech was shown on a small TV screen in front of a family - including a young boy. In the clip, the singer stated: "Before I say thanks to God, I'm going to say ICE out." It was this moment that reportedly prompted the US President into action.
Mr Trump continued his rant by labelling the performance a "slap in the face" to America, before digressing into a brag about the economy and criticising what he termed the "Fake News Media" for their inevitable praise of the show. "There is nothing inspirational about this mess of a Halftime Show," he fumed, forecasting positive reviews from outlets that "haven't got a clue what's going on in the REAL WORLD".
Broader Criticism Extends Beyond the Halftime Show
However, the halftime spectacle wasn't his only complaint. The US President also criticised the NFL's contentious kickoff rule, which limits player movement before the ball is caught or touches the ground. "And, by the way," he interjected, "the NFL should immediately replace its ridiculous new Kickoff Rule. MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN!"
This incident highlights how cultural events like the Super Bowl halftime show can become flashpoints for political commentary, with figures like Trump using them to reinforce their messaging about American values and media criticism. The reaction underscores the ongoing intersection of entertainment, sports, and politics in contemporary public discourse.
