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IMAGE: Dec 24, 2022; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers mascot Sourdough Sam runs onto the field before the game against the Washington Commanders at Levi’s Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-Imagn Images \/ Imagn Images<\/div>\n

Super Bowl 60 was packed with storylines, but one of the most emotional moments of the night came not from the field, but from the halftime stage-where global superstar Bad Bunny delivered a performance that hit far deeper than just music.<\/p>\n

Performing in front of a roaring crowd at Levi\u2019s Stadium and a global audience of over 100 million, Bad Bunny brought his signature blend of Latin rhythm, energy, and showmanship to the NFL\u2019s biggest night. But behind the lights, choreography, and surprise guest appearances, there was a personal tribute stitched into the fabric of his performance-literally.<\/p>\n

Wearing a shirt with the number 64 and the name \u201cOCASIO\u201d emblazoned on the back, Bad Bunny wasn\u2019t just repping his own last name. That jersey was a heartfelt nod to his late uncle Cutito, a lifelong San Francisco 49ers fan who played a pivotal role in introducing him to the NFL.<\/p>\n

\u201c1964 is the year my uncle Cutito was born,\u201d Bad Bunny shared. \u201cThe little I know about the NFL is thanks to him.\u201d<\/p>\n

Growing up in Puerto Rico, the artist-whose full name is Benito Antonio Martinez Ocasio-spent countless Januarys and early Februarys watching NFL playoff games with his uncle, who would return home from the U.S. each winter. Those moments, watching the postseason with Cutito, became a tradition.<\/p>\n

And the 49ers? That was their team.<\/p>\n

So when Bad Bunny took the stage at Levi\u2019s Stadium-the very home of the 49ers-for the Super Bowl halftime show, it was more than just a performance. It was a full-circle moment.<\/p>\n

\u201cMy uncle passed away two years ago, shortly after the 49ers lost to Kansas City in the 2024 Super Bowl,\u201d he said. \u201cI always dreamed of taking him to a Super Bowl, and I couldn\u2019t. He left unexpectedly.\u201d<\/p>\n

That dream may have gone unfulfilled, but the tribute was unmistakable. \u201cI decided to have him on my shirt: OCASIO, his last name, the same as my mother\u2019s, and his birth year, 64,\u201d Bad Bunny explained.<\/p>\n

\u201cI dedicated my performance to him before it began. I\u2019m sure he saw it.<\/p>\n

He was present. And he felt proud of his nephew.\u201d<\/p>\n

And in a poetic twist, the tribute came at the very stadium his uncle\u2019s favorite team calls home. \u201cNow all that\u2019s left,\u201d he added, \u201cis the day the 49ers win another Super Bowl.\u201d<\/p>\n

While many initially assumed the name on the jersey simply referenced Bad Bunny\u2019s own surname, the deeper meaning added an emotional layer to a performance already packed with cultural pride and purpose.<\/p>\n

The show itself was a vibrant celebration of Latin identity and unity. With all his songs performed in Spanish, Bad Bunny still made a point to connect with the broader audience, shouting \u201cGod bless America\u201d mid-show and highlighting not just the United States, but every country across the Americas. It was a message of inclusivity, broadcast from one of the world\u2019s biggest stages.<\/p>\n

He even brought out Lady Gaga for a surprise appearance, a moment that added to the spectacle but didn\u2019t overshadow the performance\u2019s core message. As the final notes rang out, a message lit up the Levi\u2019s Stadium screen: \u201cThe only thing more powerful than hate is love.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n

The show was widely praised for its energy, cultural significance, and emotional depth. But not everyone was on board.<\/p>\n

Former President Donald Trump took to his TruthSocial platform to voice his disapproval, calling the halftime show \u201cabsolutely terrible\u201d and \u201can affront to the Greatness of America.\u201d He criticized everything from the language of the performance to the choreography, claiming it was inappropriate for younger viewers.<\/p>\n

Still, for many watching-especially those who saw themselves reflected in Bad Bunny\u2019s music, message, and moment-the performance was anything but empty. It was a tribute, a celebration, and a reminder that the Super Bowl halftime show isn\u2019t just about entertainment. Sometimes, it\u2019s about legacy.<\/p>\n

And for Bad Bunny, that legacy is personal.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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