Donald Trump chose not to attend Super Bowl LX in person, instead hosting a watch party at his Mar-a-Lago resort in Florida. He cited the long distance to Santa Clara, California, as the reason for skipping the trip.

On the field, the Seattle Seahawks defeated the New England Patriots 29–13 in a game marked by Seattle’s defensive control. Despite the decisive result, much of the public conversation quickly shifted away from the action.

That attention centered on the halftime show, headlined by Bad Bunny. The Puerto Rican star delivered a high-energy, Spanish-language performance filled with hit songs and surprise guest appearances.

The show marked a historic moment, as Bad Bunny became one of the first artists to headline the Super Bowl halftime entirely in Spanish. Many viewers praised the performance for its energy, visuals, and cultural significance.

Not everyone reacted positively. Critics, including several public figures and commentators, questioned the show’s style, language, and fit for the Super Bowl’s traditionally broad audience.

Trump later joined the criticism on social media, calling the halftime show one of the worst in Super Bowl history and arguing it failed to reflect American entertainment standards.

However, footage from Mar-a-Lago told a more complicated story. Videos circulating online showed guests at Trump’s watch party viewing the halftime performance live on large screens during the event.

The contrast between Trump’s criticism and the footage fueled online debate, helping make the halftime show one of the night’s most talked-about moments. Once again, the Super Bowl proved to be more than a football game—serving as a cultural flashpoint long after the final whistle.