NFL Legend Michael Strahan Gets 100% Real on Bad Bunny's Halftime Show
NFL Legend Michael Strahan Gets 100% Real on Bad Bunny's Halftime Show
Madz DizonWed, March 4, 2026 at 9:09 AM UTC
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NFL Hall of Famer Michael Strahan is known for speaking his mind. This week, he did just that when sharing his honest thoughts about Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl LX halftime performance.
During an appearance onThe Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, Strahan was asked about the big game and the star-studded halftime show. His answer was simple and direct.
“Bad Bunny, fantastic! He was great, man,” Strahan said.
The former New York Giants star explained that what stood out most was not just the music, but the energy and the culture on display. He described watching Bad Bunny walk through a neighborhood scene during the performance, braiding hair and eating food.
“I’m like, man, letting people have the best life. Like you just have a good time,” Strahan shared.
Michael Strahan on Bad Bunny Super Bowl Halftime Show
Super Bowl LX took place at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California. The Seattle Seahawks defeated the New England Patriots 29-13 in a defense-heavy game. While Strahan said he enjoys strong defense, he admitted the matchup itself was not the most exciting for everyone watching.
“The game itself wasn’t the most exciting game. Unless you like defense, which I do,” he said.
Still, halftime changed the mood inside the stadium and for viewers at home.
Bad BunnyPhoto by Icon Sportswire on Getty Images (Photo by Icon Sportswire on Getty Images)
Bad Bunny’s show celebrated Puerto Rican culture from start to finish. He performed entirely in Spanish and was joined onstage by Lady Gaga and Ricky Martin. The set included bold visuals, traditional symbols and a powerful message about believing in yourself.
Strahan made it clear that language was not a barrier to enjoying the performance.
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“You got to learn Spanish. You got to learn this. All I know is, if Bad Bunny comes on, it ain’t about the beat,” he said, before quickly correcting himself with a smile in his voice. “I don’t understand half the music now in English. So, it’s about the beat, the feeling. You know? And he brought it.”
Strahan also reflected on the game itself. He said he expected Seattle to win but did not think they would dominate so strongly.
“I expected Seattle to win. But I didn’t expect it to dominate that much,” he explained. He added that he thought the Patriots would play better. Instead, Seattle’s defense controlled the game.
Strahan also shared that he was happy for quarterback Sam Darnold, who had played for several teams over the years.
“Everybody threw him away. They cast him aside. And the way he came back and performed, I was happy for him,” Strahan said.
As someone who spent 15 seasons with the Giants and helped them win Super Bowl XLII, Strahan understands how hard it is to reach the top. He was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2014 and now works as a television host and sports analyst.
But on this night, even a football legend could not stop talking about the halftime show.
Bad Bunny’s performance lasted about 13 minutes and featured strong cultural messages and high-energy music. He ended the show by reminding viewers of love and unity.
In the end, while Seattle lifted the Lombardi Trophy, Bad Bunny owned halftime. And according to Michael Strahan, that is exactly how it felt.
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Source: “AOL Entertainment”
