Los Angeles, CA — In a stunning turn of events, just hours after the NFL officially confirmed that global music superstar Bad Bunny will headline the Super Bowl Halftime Show, Elon Musk set social media ablaze with a cryptic declaration: he will boycott this year’s event.

The announcement, delivered in a short post on X (formerly Twitter), offered no further explanation—but that hasn’t stopped speculation, debate, and memes from flooding the internet.

A Halftime Show to Remember

The NFL’s decision to feature Bad Bunny as the headliner was already a headline-making choice. The Puerto Rican artist, one of the world’s most-streamed musicians, has built a massive global following by blending reggaeton, trap, and Latin pop into record-breaking hits.

“This is going to be a historic halftime show,” said an NFL spokesperson. “Bad Bunny represents the global stage, and we’re thrilled to have him bring his energy and artistry to the world’s biggest event.”

Fans celebrated the announcement online, calling it a landmark moment for Latin music and for representation on one of the most-watched stages in the world.

Musk’s Boycott Announcement

But just as excitement peaked, Musk dropped his bombshell. Posting late in the evening, the billionaire wrote:

“I’ll be skipping the Super Bowl this year. Reasons will become obvious.”

The deliberately vague message immediately triggered a storm of theories. Some wondered if Musk was protesting the NFL’s political stances, others speculated it had to do with Bad Bunny’s outspoken views, and still others suggested it was simply another Musk stunt designed to dominate headlines.

Social Media Frenzy

Within minutes, hashtags like #MuskVsBadBunny and #SuperBowlBoycott began trending on X. Memes spread at lightning speed, pitting the Tesla founder against the reggaeton icon in mock “battle posters.”

“Imagine thinking you can out-trend Bad Bunny on Super Bowl weekend,” one fan wrote.
“Elon Musk boycotting is the best promo Bad Bunny could ask for,” joked another.

Others took Musk’s comment more seriously, debating whether a figure as influential as the SpaceX CEO could impact Super Bowl viewership.

Divided Reactions

The backlash was swift from Bad Bunny’s fanbase, who accused Musk of trying to overshadow a historic cultural milestone.

“Bad Bunny worked his way to the top, and Elon’s trying to make it about him,” wrote one critic.

Musk’s supporters, however, praised him for taking an undefined but “principled” stand. “If Elon says there’s a reason, I believe him,” one user commented.

What’s Really Behind It?

So far, Musk has offered no clarification, leaving room for endless speculation. Some analysts suggest the post may be connected to Musk’s broader criticisms of “woke culture” and corporate entertainment. Others believe it could be tied to advertising politics, given that Tesla does not buy Super Bowl ads while rival automakers spend heavily during the event.

“There’s always strategy behind his chaos,” said media analyst Robert Hayes. “Whether this is about culture, business, or just trolling, Musk knows how to make himself the story.”

The NFL Stays Quiet

As of now, the NFL has not responded to Musk’s comments. Sources close to the league say officials are focused on promoting Bad Bunny’s historic performance, not on the billionaire’s boycott.

Still, the incident highlights the delicate intersection of entertainment, politics, and social media influence at a time when the Super Bowl halftime show is often more talked about than the game itself.

The Bigger Picture

Whether Musk’s boycott will have any real impact on Super Bowl ratings remains to be seen. Historically, the event draws more than 100 million viewers in the U.S. alone, with halftime shows generating global attention.

For now, one thing is certain: Bad Bunny’s performance was always going to be huge—but thanks to Elon Musk, it just got even bigger.

In a move that has stirred global debate, Elon Musk, the billionaire entrepreneur behind Tesla and SpaceX, has been nominated for the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize. The nomination, submitted by Slovenian Member of the European Parliament Branko Grims, recognizes Musk’s advocacy for free speech and his efforts to eliminate political censorship on his social media platform, X (formerly Twitter) .

Grims praised Musk for his “adamant defense of dialogue, free speech, and enabling the possibility to express one’s views in a continuously more polarized world.” He highlighted Musk’s commitment to rejecting pressures that could interfere with freedom of expression, describing him as a “defender of the freedom of expression” .