Bad Bunny, hosting Saturday Night Live (SNL) for the second time in the season 51 premiere, addressed the backlash he faced after being announced as the headliner for the 2026 Super Bowl Halftime Show with humor and pride. He joked that "everyone is happy about it, even Fox News," which was followed by a comedic clip montage of Fox News anchors declaring him their favorite musician and jokingly suggesting he should be the next president. He expressed excitement about the Super Bowl performance and conveyed a strong message to the Latino community, saying the event was not just a personal achievement but a victory for all Latinos, emphasizing the lasting impact and contributions of Latinos to the United States. Speaking partly in Spanish, he said, "Especially all the Latinos and Latinas in the U.S. who have worked tirelessly to create opportunities," and closed with a playful remark: "And if you didn’t catch that, you have four months to learn".
He also made light references to recent controversies and criticisms, including political remarks about Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) presence at the Super Bowl, linking it to the political climate around his selection for halftime.
In sum, Bad Bunny’s SNL remarks mixed humor, cultural pride, and a pointed response to critics regarding his high-profile Super Bowl role.