Bad Bunny, born Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio, had been chosen to headline this year’s half-time entertainment, a decision that drew criticism from President Donald Trump and various Republican figures.

The six-time Grammy winner’s selection prompted expectations of a politically charged performance, given his previous vocal opposition to US immigration enforcement policies, particularly those involving ICE.

Despite such anticipation, the actual show contained minimal overt political messaging, instead celebrating Puerto Rican and broader Latin American culture.

Prior to the performance, Jake Paul posted a scathing message urging viewers to switch off their televisions in protest.

“Purposefully turning off the halftime show,” he said.

Purposefully turning off the halftime show

Let’s rally together and show big corporations they can’t just do whatever they want without consequences

(which equals viewership for them)

You are their benefit. Realize you have power.

Turn off this halftime. A fake American…

— Jake Paul (@jakepaul) February 8, 2026

“Let’s rally together and show big corporations they can’t just do whatever they want without consequences (which equals viewership for them).

“You are their benefit. Realise you have power. Turn off this half-time.

“A fake American citizen performing who publicly hates America. I cannot support that.”

The tweet drew considerable criticism, with many pointing out a notable contradiction in the boxer’s stance.

Jake Paul has resided in Puerto Rico for several years, owning a mansion valued at £16.2 million in the US territory.

He conducts all his boxing training on the island and has previously championed Puerto Rican fighters through his promotional work.

Among the most prominent voices challenging Jake’s position was his own brother Logan, who distanced himself from the remarks despite initially seeming to share some scepticism about the performance.

When asked beforehand whether he was anticipating the half-time show, Logan had simply replied “no” – yet his subsequent statement made clear he rejected his brother’s characterisation of Puerto Ricans.

“I love my brother but I don’t agree with this,” he said.

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“Puerto Ricans are Americans and I’m happy they were given the opportunity to showcase the talent that comes from the island.”

Logan’s defence carries particular weight given his professional connections to Puerto Rican talent, regularly performing alongside wrestlers from the island in his entertainment career.

Amanda Serrano, the four-weight world champion who competes under Jake Paul’s Most Valuable Promotions banner, also expressed her disagreement with his comments whilst acknowledging his role in advancing her career.

“I am proud to be Puerto Rican, and I am proud to be an American citizen. Puerto Ricans are not ‘fake Americans.’ We are citizens who have contributed to this country in every field, from military service to sports, business, science, and the arts, and our identity and citizenship deserve respect,” she stated.

The boxer, who has faced Ireland’s Katie Taylor three times, expressed gratitude for the opportunities provided by Jake Paul and his promotion company in elevating women’s boxing.

However, she added: “I do not agree with statements that question the legitimacy or identity of Puerto Rican people, and I cannot support that characterization. It is wrong.”