The FCC has reportedly given its final decision regarding Bad Bunny‘s historic Super Bowl halftime performance. Their verdict comes after the agency received calls to investigate the show for any potential violations.
FCC reaches final decision on Bad Bunny’s show
According to the New York Post, Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime show recently underwent review by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) for potentially violating its guidelines regarding “indecent material” and using offensive language on air. However, following a thorough evaluation, the agency has reportedly cleared the performance of any violation.
A source with direct knowledge of the FCC’s verdict on the performance said that some of the lyrics from Bad Bunny’s songs could have been flagged for profanity if they weren’t censored during the live performance. FCC initially had scruples about the show since it was sung entirely in Spanish.
However, after translating the lyrics, they couldn’t find any substantial grounds for action. An insider familiar with the FCC investigation shared that any potentially indecent references or explicit language were removed or changed during the performance.
The verdict comes after U.S. Congressman Randy Fine called for the FCC to investigate Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl performance, calling it “disgusting.” In a February 9 X post, he wrote, “Had he said these lyrics — and all of the other disgusting and pornographic filth in English on live TV, the broadcast would have been pulled down and the fines would have been enormous.”
As per the recent New York Post report, the inquiry has since concluded. The FCC has reportedly “shelved any additional scrutiny barring further evidence.”
Bad Bunny made history this year, becoming the first-ever solo Latino artist to headline the Super Bowl halftime show. The performance went on to become the fourth most-watched Super Bowl halftime show of all time.
The Grammy-winning artist performed the show entirely in Spanish, proudly celebrating his Puerto Rican heritage. Throughout the show, he promoted messages of unity, such as “The only thing more powerful than hate is love.”
