Jay-Z, a prominent figure in the hip-hop industry, recently defended Bad Bunny in response to the backlash surrounding the Puerto Rican recording artist’s selection as the performer for the Super Bowl LV halftime show. The controversy has stemmed from various fans and political figures expressing disapproval of the artist’s performance, with some criticisms focused on his public comments about U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). However, Jay-Z has dismissed these concerns, asserting that Bad Bunny has a strong fan base and that the backlash is not as significant as some may think. He took to TMZ Sports to voice his stance, stating,