Rap star Kendrick Lamar got paid little to nothing to play the Super Bowl halftime show — here's why he did it anyway
Grammy Award-winning rapper Kendrick Lamar headlined the NFL’s Super Bowl LIX halftime show on Feb. 9, an event that drew over 100 million viewers and continues to serve as one of the most coveted performance slots in the industry.
Super Bowl halftime show perfomance history: The all-time list of Super Bowl performers
How did the Super Bowl halftime show start? Dive into the history of the most expensive television spot, its evolution, and the performers who have graced the stage.
Who performed at the Super Bowl 2025 halftime show?
Rap megastar Kendrick Lamar will take the stage to perform at the Super Bowl LIX halftime show on Sunday as the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles battle for the title on the gridiron. But the Grammy award-winning rapper isn't the only one to perform on Sunday night at Caesars Superdome in New Orleans.
Kendrick Lamar Breaks Michael Jackson’s Record For Most-Watched Super Bowl Halftime Show
Kendrick Lamar has the hot hand and landed another huge achievement less than two months into 2025. His Super Bowl LIX halftime show is now the most-watched halftime show of all time, outdrawing Michael Jackson’s halftime show from over 30 years ago.
Spike Lee Voices Appreciation for Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl Halftime Show
Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl Halftime Show was a certified highlight among many who watched the big game. Including Spike Lee.
Member of Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl halftime show won’t face charges for flag protest
New Orleans Police say they won't file charges against the cast member who displayed the Palestinian flag with the word “GAZA" in protest during Kendrick Lamar's Super Bowl halftime show.
Kendrick Lamar’s Album Soars 10,000% In Sales Post-Super Bowl
Kendrick Lamar's most recent album GNX experiences a 10,100% sales bump following his performance during the Super Bowl Halftime Show.
Did you catch all the symbolism in Kendrick Lamar's Super Bowl halftime show performance?
Lamar's performance was layered, packed with history, and made a statement — whether you caught it or not is a different story. DENVER — Like a true poet, Kendrick Lamar's lyrics are packed with meaning,
Super Bowl Halftime Show Recap
On Sunday, February 9, the 37-year-old award-winning musician took the stage at Caesars Superdome for the Super Bowl LIX ...
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Who has performed at Super Bowl halftime show? All-time list
Kendrick Lamar headlined the Apple Music Super Bowl Halftime Show Feb. 9 at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans. The hip-hop superstar led the halftime festivities of the NFL's must-watch ...
Taylor Swift Doesn't Want to Play the Super Bowl Halftime Show Until Travis Kelce Is "Fully Retired"
Considering she's in a relationship with one of the most famous players in the NFL, you might be wondering when Taylor Swift ...
NFL 'Absolutely' Sure on Taylor Swift Super Bowl 60 Halftime Show: Report
Simply put, Swift reportedly won't perform at the Super Bowl if Kelce is still playing. If he decides to call time on his ...
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Kendrick Lamar's Super Bowl halftime show: Bootcut jeans, Serena Williams, song reactions
Kendrick Lamar, a 22-time Grammy Award-winning artist, took center stage for this year’s Super Bowl halftime show. Lamar, who was joined by frequent collaborator SZA, performed his hit diss ...
Serena Williams defends her appearance in Super Bowl halftime show
Serena Williams on Tuesday shared a post on social media to defend her choice to appear in Kendrick Lamar's halftime show at ...
SZA’s Oscar-Nominated Song Is A Huge Hit Again Following The Super Bowl
Kendrick Lamar brought SZA out during his Super Bowl Halftime Show, and after the two performed the Oscar-nominated "All The Stars," it's become a smash again.
Lil Wayne Performs Medley of Career Hits at SNL 50th Anniversary After Expressing Disappointment Over Super Bowl Exclusion
The Anniversary Special' on Sunday, Feb. 16. This appearance comes months after he expressed his disappointment for not being ...