Shakira proudly supports Bad Bunny ahead of his Super Bowl Halftime debut

Pop star Shakira, who has long supported Bad Bunny, has once again expressed her love and admiration for the him as he prepares to headline the Super Bowl Halftime Show next February.

The 48-year-old Colombian superstar couldn’t hide her excitement, calling the Puerto Rican hitmaker’s upcoming performance a “proud moment” for Latin music on the global stage.

Speaking to Variety, the Hips Don’t Lie singer said: “It’s about time! When we did ours back in 2020, even having part of our set in Spanish felt like a bold move."

"Acceptance of Spanish-language music has come so far since then.”

Shakira, who shared the stage with the 31-year-old singer during her own electrifying Halftime Show five years ago, added: “I’m so proud of Bad Bunny — he represents not just Latin culture, but how universal our music has become.”

Meanwhile, Bad Bunny sent a fiery message to his critics during Saturday Night Live, quipping that fans have “four months to learn Spanish” before his big night.

Switching to his native tongue, the Dakiti rapper, whose real name is Benito Ocasio, declared: “This is a win for all Latinos and Latinas in the U.S. Our contributions can never be erased.”

What are Shakira’s upcoming projects and tour plans?

Shakira has an exciting lineup of projects and performances ahead as she continues her global domination with the Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour. 

After launching the tour in February 2025 in Brazil, she expanded her North American leg due to overwhelming demand, adding new shows in major cities like Miami and New York. 

She has also announced two exclusive Up Close & Personal concerts scheduled for December 27 and 28, 2025, in Miami, which will serve as an intimate finale to her tour year. 

Beyond touring, Shakira is preparing a special Spotify anniversary project celebrating two of her most iconic albums, Pies Descalzos (marking its 30th anniversary) and Oral Fixation (its 20th). 

Set for release in October 2025, the collection will include reimagined versions of her classic hits and collaborations with global stars like Ed Sheeran and Beéle. 

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