Carlos Santana Shuts Down Fake Rumors About Bad Bunny Super Bowl Drama
Carlos Santana wants you to hear it directly from him: he’s got nothing but love for Bad Bunny. The legendary guitarist is clearing the air after false rumors swirled online claiming he criticized the NFL’s decision to feature Bad Bunny as the 2025 Super Bowl halftime performer.
“I congratulate and celebrate Bad Bunny‘s success and his position right now with the world and with the Super Bowl,” Santana said in a heartfelt statement. “We are here to utilize art to bring the world closer to harmony and oneness.”
Social media posts, particularly on Facebook, alleged that Santana was unhappy about Bad Bunny’s inclusion — with some going as far as saying he objected to the Puerto Rican star wearing a dress and was lobbying to take his place. Santana didn’t mince words: “I never said that, nor would I ever.”
He blamed fear and ignorance for fueling the misinformation. “We’re living in a time of division and separation,” Santana added. “Fear is the flavor right now.” Instead, he encouraged the creators of the hoax to “do something more creative with their energy.”
To really drive the point home, he even gave Bad Bunny’s hit “Monaco” a shoutout, calling it “magical.”
Michael Vrionis, Santana’s manager, pointed to the role of AI-generated posts in spreading the falsehoods. He cautioned the public to avoid falling for “random or unverified posts,” saying even reputable sources can get duped.
Meanwhile, Bad Bunny remains unfazed amid the online uproar, much of it stirred by far-right circles. Conservative figures have voiced opposition, with some threatening to deploy ICE at the stadium. Turning Point USA even announced counterprogramming. But during a recent SNL hosting gig, Bad Bunny coolly told fans, “You have four months to learn Spanish.”
With support from legends like Santana, it’s clear: Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl stage is going to be one for the books — no matter the noise.