Why Did Bad Bunny Bring Lady Gaga Out at the Super Bowl?

Lady Gaga just joined Bad Bunny on stage at the Super Bowl halftime headlining show, to the surprise of many. But the two superstars are fans of each others work — and have a history of supporting one and other publicly. Here’s a complete time of Lady Gaga and Bad Bunny showing their mutual adoration.

May 2020: Bad Bunny Mentions Lady Gaga in His First Rolling Stone Cover Story

Bad Bunny made his first public comments about Lady Gaga during his first Rolling Stone cover story. As Benito discussed the inspiration behind his iconic song and music video for “Yo Perreo Sola,” where he dresses in drag, he explained how he learned about drag culture from a cousin. “He explained the choreography to me. They were all Lady Gaga songs,” Bad Bunny said at the time.

November 2020: Bad Bunny Sports Chromatica Merch

A few months later, Bad Bunny was wearing his Little Monster status on his sleeve, quite literally. The Latin star was spotted voting in the Puerto Rico gubernatorial elections, wearing a Chromatica t-shirt. Of course, Gaga fan accounts relished in the moment.

December 2020: Bad Bunny Gushes Over Chromatica

Bad Bunny was vocal about his love for Gaga’s fifth studio album a month later. In an interview, he revealed, “In that moment where I feel sad, it’s Chromatica [by] Lady Gaga,” when asked about what music he turns to when he’s at his lowest. “That album makes me feel more happy. When she dropped that album, I was in a really good moment, enjoying my life. I love that album,” he added.

October 2023: Lady Gaga Introduces Bad Bunny on Saturday Night Live

The two musicians crossed paths when Bad Bunny had his big night on SNL in 2023 as both a host and musical performer. In a special cameo moment, Lady Gaga introduced the Latin star. “Nueva york, Puerto Rico, y todo el corrido, Bad Bunny” Gaga said in her best Spanish.

September 2024: Lady Gaga Says She Is a ‘Very Big’ Bad Bunny Fan

While on Despierta America, Lady Gaga gushed about being a Bad Bunny. When she was asked if she ever thought of collaborating with a Latin artist, and if so, who that would be, the singer immediately responded. “Absolutely, I’m actually a very big Bad Bunny fan,” Gaga said. As for any future collaboration, Gaga said, “If he wanted to, I absolutely would.”

February 2026: Lady Gaga Supports Bad Bunny at the 2026 Grammys

The pair became the most lovable meme at the Grammy when cameras caught them interacting at the ceremony. Gaga came up to Bad Bunny from behind, surprising him as she put his hands behind his shoulder. Bad Bunny instantly jumped a little and then threw his head back in a mix of shock and joy.

February 2026: Lady Gaga Joins Bad Bunny During His Super Bowl Halftime Headlining Show

Lady Gaga surprised fans when she came out to perform a salsa version of “Die With a Smile.” Behind her, Bad Bunny’s backing band Los Pleneros de la Cresta played the updated arrangement. Eventually, they moved into his salsa hit “Baile Inolvidable,” with Gaga breaking out into a few dance moves.