Fans Petition to Replace Bad Bunny With George Strait for Super Bowl 60 Halftime Show
October 17, 2025 — Dallas, Texas. A wave of online petitions has emerged calling for country music legend George Strait to replace Bad Bunny as the headliner for the upcoming Super Bowl LX Halftime Show, set for February 2026. The movement, which began shortly after the NFL confirmed the Puerto Rican superstar’s selection, has quickly gained traction among fans who say they want a more “American and family-friendly” performance.
Several petitions, collectively amassing tens of thousands of signatures, argue that the halftime show should “celebrate unity, honor American culture, and uphold traditional values.” One petitioner wrote, “The Super Bowl is one of the few events that still brings Americans together. The halftime show should reflect that — with music that unites us, not divides us.”
Supporters of the campaign say George Strait, often called “The King of Country,” embodies the kind of timeless artistry and patriotism they feel has been missing from recent Super Bowl performances. With a career spanning more than four decades and hits like “Amarillo by Morning” and “Check Yes or No,” Strait represents, in their view, the heart of American country music — a genre rooted in storytelling, family, and shared experience.
The call for change has also reignited debates about the cultural direction of the NFL’s halftime programming, which has increasingly embraced international artists and diverse genres in recent years. While many applaud the league’s inclusivity and global reach, others feel the show should maintain a stronger connection to traditional American entertainment.
“I have nothing against Bad Bunny,” another fan commented, “but the Super Bowl halftime show should be something families across the country can enjoy together — something that represents all Americans. George Strait would do that perfectly.”
The NFL has not responded to the petitions, and there is no indication that any changes will be made to the lineup. However, the controversy has caught national attention, particularly among country music fans and conservative commentators, some of whom have voiced support for the idea of a parallel or alternative event — such as the recently announced “All American Halftime Show” organized by Turning Point USA, featuring Strait himself.
Music critics note that the debate highlights a deeper cultural divide in American entertainment — one between modern pop globalism and traditional homegrown values. Still, many agree that both artists, in their own ways, represent passion, creativity, and influence on a global scale.
As petitions continue to circulate online, one thing is certain: the Super Bowl halftime stage remains one of the most symbolic — and contested — platforms in American culture. Whether the performer is Bad Bunny or George Strait, millions will be watching, and the conversation about what kind of show best reflects the nation’s spirit is far from over.