Petition to replace Bad Bunny with George Strait for Super Bowl halftime surpasses 50,000 signatures

A growing online petition has called for Puerto Rican artist Bad Bunny to be replaced by country legend George Strait as the headliner for the 2026 Super Bowl halftime show, surpassing 50,000 signatures.

The petition, posted on Change.org by a user under the name “Kar Shell,” argues that Bad Bunny “cannot unite our country, honour American culture, or remain family-friendly.”

It urges the National Football League and halftime show producers Roc Nation to instead select Strait, citing his status as a symbol of “timeless American music.”

The petition reads, “Recent halftime shows have leaned increasingly towards modern pop and international artists. It’s pivotal to remember the roots that have made American music what it is today.”

It further claims that Strait “embodies the heart and soul of American music” and that his songs “resonate with a diverse demographic.”

The debate follows comments by Bad Bunny, who recently joked that Americans have “four months to learn Spanish” after political figures criticised his selection.

Among those who voiced disapproval was Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, who controversially remarked she would send immigration officers to the show.

Bad Bunny, whose hits blend reggaeton, Latin trap, and rap, is one of the world’s most streamed artists and boasts millions of followers globally.

Despite this, the petition argues that Strait’s reputation for traditional country music makes him a more suitable choice for the family-oriented broadcast.

Supporters of Bad Bunny, including Jennifer Lopez, who performed alongside Shakira in 2020, defended him, saying his music “transcends language.”

With last year’s Super Bowl halftime show attracting over 127 million viewers, the online campaign continues to draw attention, though the NFL has not commented on the petition or its impact on future performance plans.