Super Bowl 2026 & Halftime Show: The Most Interesting and Discussed Moments in 30+ Photos
One night, one stadium, and a nonstop stream of moments that turned a championship game into a cultural event that you can now digest through these photos.
Super Bowl LX brought the drama on every level, with the Seattle Seahawks shutting down the New England Patriots on the field while Bad Bunny turned halftime into a joyful, political, and deeply personal spectacle.
From an MVP performance and unexpected chaos during the game to celebrity cameos (even one from a rumored new couple), hidden symbolism, and a couple literally saying "I do" mid-show, the images from Santa Clara tell a story that only gets wilder the further you scroll.
Bad Bunny performs during the Apple Music Super Bowl LX Halftime Show at Levi's Stadium on February 8, 2026, in Santa Clara, California | Source: Getty Images
For anyone who still believes football is won in the trenches, this Super Bowl felt like a love letter.
Held at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California, the latest championship matchup leaned heavily into defense, patience, and attrition.
Jay-Z, Blue Ivy Carter and Rumi Carter prior to Super Bowl LX at Levi's Stadium on February 8, 2026, in Santa Clara, California | Source: Getty Images
The energy was tight from kickoff, with both teams locking down the field and forcing fans to wait for anything resembling fireworks. For lovers of old-school football, this one hit differently.
Joe Montana, Tom Brady and Peyton Manning prior to Super Bowl LX at Levi's Stadium on February 8, 2026, in Santa Clara, California | Source: Getty Images
The Seattle Seahawks slowly built control through field position and discipline, stacking points methodically while the New England Patriots struggled to find rhythm early on.
For nearly three quarters, the game simmered instead of boiled, with the Seahawks quietly asserting dominance and the Patriots searching for answers.
Then came the fourth quarter.
Byron Murphy II and Devon Witherspoon celebrate after Murphy recovered a fumble during Super Bowl LX at Levi's Stadium on February 8, 2026, in Santa Clara, California | Source: Getty Images
Suddenly, the scoreboard started moving faster. Touchdowns replaced punts. Momentum shifted back and forth as both teams traded explosive plays, finally unleashing the offense fans had been craving. Still, the damage had already been done.
Drake Maye during Super Bowl LX at Levi's Stadium on February 8, 2026, in Santa Clara, California | Source: Getty Images
Seattle's early lead, paired with a suffocating defensive effort, proved insurmountable. When the final whistle blew on Sunday, February 8, 2026, the Seahawks walked away with a 29-13 victory, officially claiming Super Bowl LX.
Quarterback Sam Darnold delivered a controlled, efficient performance, throwing for one touchdown and just over 200 yards.
Sam Darnold looks to pass during Super Bowl LX at Levi's Stadium on February 8, 2026, in Santa Clara, California | Source: Getty Images
The real engine, though, was running back Kenneth Walker, who bulldozed his way to 135 rushing yards on 27 carries. His long, bruising runs consistently flipped field position and wore down New England's defense.
On the other side, Patriots quarterback Drake Maye put up 295 passing yards and two touchdowns, but mistakes haunted him. Two critical interceptions and a lost fumble erased promising drives and handed momentum right back to Seattle.
Christian Gonzalez during Super Bowl LX at Levi's Stadium on February 8, 2026, in Santa Clara, California | Source: Getty Images
The Seahawks' defense sealed the narrative. They forced three turnovers and sacked Maye six times, delivering one of the most dominant defensive performances of the entire NFL season.
Therefore, there was no debate when the MVP announcement came. Fueled by his relentless ground game, Walker was named Super Bowl MVP, cementing his performance as one for the history books.
Leonard Williams celebrates on the field after the Seattle Seahawks defeated the New England Patriots during Super Bowl LX at Levi's Stadium on February 8, 2026, in Santa Clara, California | Source: Getty Images
Just when the game seemed locked into its serious, grind-it-out tone, mayhem sprinted onto the field.
Late in the fourth quarter, as tension hung thick in the air, a shirtless spectator suddenly jumped onto the turf and took off running. Multiple security guards gave chase, joined unexpectedly by Patriots wide receiver Kyle Williams, who didn't hesitate to help pursue the intruder, too.
A streaker runs onto the field during the fourth quarter of Super Bowl LX at Levi's Stadium on February 8, 2026, in Santa Clara, California | Source: Getty Images
The streaker slipped near the 10-yard line, allowing security to pile on and end the run. Handcuffs came out, and the individual was taken off the field. Almost immediately, another spectator attempted to follow suit, only to be tackled before fully entering the action.
It was messy and completely unplanned but also part of a strange Super Bowl tradition.
Kyle Williams helps security corral a streaker during Super Bowl LX at Levi's Stadium on February 8, 2026, in Santa Clara, California | Source: Getty Images
Back in 2021, a similar incident unfolded during the fourth quarter between the Kansas City Chiefs and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. That streaker, wearing a hot pink one-piece swimsuit and black athletic shorts, darted between players before being taken down.
Commentator Jim Nantz quipped at the time, "We've got a fan on the field. One of the great runs of the night, I will say that. They should sign them!"
Alex Gonzalez is detained by security after streaking on the field during Super Bowl LX at Levi's Stadium on February 8, 2026, in Santa Clara, California | Source: Getty Images
However, the aftermath for him and another reported streaker back then wasn't funny at all. Both men involved pled no contest to trespassing charges, received probation, community service, fines, and were ordered to write apology letters to the NFL.
Reports later revealed the stunt was planned, with one streaker acting as a decoy. One even reportedly profited from a bet placed on Bovada, prompting an investigation and refunded wagers due to betting irregularities.
Alex Gonzalez is detained by security after streaking on the field during Super Bowl LX at Levi's Stadium on February 8, 2026, in Santa Clara, California | Source: Getty Images
This year's moment may not have reached that level of scandal, but it still reminded everyone how quickly the unexpected can hijack even the biggest stage in sports.
When halftime arrived, the mood shifted instantly, and all eyes turned to the man who owned the moment.
Bad Bunny took the Super Bowl LX stage dressed head-to-toe in a sleek, all-white custom Zara look that balanced fashion, symbolism, and intention.
Bad Bunny performs during the Apple Music Super Bowl LX Halftime Show at Levi's Stadium on February 8, 2026, in Santa Clara, California | Source: Getty Images
Styled by longtime collaborators Storm Pablo and Marvin Douglas Linares, the outfit featured a boxy football jersey-inspired sweatshirt layered over a collared shirt, paired with matching chinos, a tie, moto-style gloves, and sneakers.
The sweatshirt carried two details fans immediately zeroed in on: his family name, Ocasio, and the number 64.
Bad Bunny performs during the Apple Music Super Bowl LX Halftime Show at Levi's Stadium on February 8, 2026, in Santa Clara, California | Source: Getty Images
Netizens immediately began speculating. Some believed 64 honored his mother's birth year. Others pointed to the initially misreported death toll from Hurricane Maria in 2017, a disaster that devastated Puerto Rico and later proved to be one of the deadliest in U.S. history.
Another theory traced it back to the 64th United States Congress, which passed the Jones-Shafroth Act in 1917, granting statutory citizenship to Puerto Ricans.
Bad Bunny performs during the Apple Music Super Bowl LX Halftime Show at Levi's Stadium on February 8, 2026, in Santa Clara, California | Source: Getty Images
But the most compelling explanation may be the simplest and most personal.
In 2023, Bad Bunny's album "Un Verano Sin Ti" made history as the first Spanish-language album nominated for Album of the Year at the 64th Grammy Awards.
Then, just last week at the 2026 Grammys, he took home three trophies, including Album of the Year for "Debí Tirar Más Fotos," becoming the first Spanish-language artist to win in that category.
Bad Bunny performs during the Apple Music Super Bowl LX Halftime Show at Levi's Stadium on February 8, 2026, in Santa Clara, California | Source: Getty Images
Marking another historic milestone, the Puerto Rican superstar filled Levi's Stadium with energy as he launched into a hit-packed medley of all Spanish language songs.
Born Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio, he opened with "Tití Me Preguntó," rolled seamlessly into the dance-heavy "CAFé CON RON," and closed with the emotional weight of "DtMF."
Bad Bunny performs during the Apple Music Super Bowl LX Halftime Show at Levi's Stadium on February 8, 2026, in Santa Clara, California | Source: Getty Images
Surrounded by dancers in traditional Puerto Rican attire, including Pava hats, the performance radiated joy and cultural pride. Lady Gaga and Ricky Martin joined him onstage, while other stars like Jon Hamm watched from the sidelines, adding even more star power to an already electric set.
Jon Hamm on the sideline before the Apple Music Super Bowl LX Halftime Show at Levi's Stadium on February 8, 2026, in Santa Clara, California | Source: Getty Images
MGK attends as Raising Cane's owner and founder Todd Graves hosts celebrity friends for Super Bowl LX at Levi's Stadium on February 8, 2026, in Santa Clara, California | Source: Getty Images
Barbara Palvin and Sophia Graves attend as Raising Cane's owner and founder Todd Graves hosts celebrity friends for Super Bowl LX at Levi's Stadium on February 8, 2026, in Santa Clara, California | Source: Getty Images
Jamie Foxx attends as Raising Cane's owner and founder Todd Graves hosts celebrity friends for Super Bowl LX at Levi's Stadium on February 8, 2026, in Santa Clara, California | Source: Getty Images
For anyone worried about the language barrier at an Apple Music press conference ahead of the game, Bad Bunny brushed off any suggestion that people had to learn Spanish to enjoy the show:
"People only have to worry about dancing. They don't even have to learn Spanish. Better they learn to dance. There is no better dance than the one that comes from the heart."
Bad Bunny performs during the Apple Music Super Bowl LX Halftime Show at Levi's Stadium on February 8, 2026, in Santa Clara, California | Source: Getty Images
And by the time the final note faded, it felt like the entire world had taken him up on that invitation.
Yes, it really happened.
In the middle of Bad Bunny's Apple Music Super Bowl LX Halftime Show, one couple actually got married onstage. PEOPLE confirmed the bride and groom are a real-life couple, though their names have not been publicly shared.
A couple marries onstage during the Bad Bunny performance at the Apple Music Super Bowl LX Halftime Show at Levi's Stadium on February 8, 2026, in Santa Clara, California | Source: Getty Images
During the performance, the newlyweds kissed before the stage dramatically shifted to reveal Lady Gaga, who joined Bad Bunny for a live-band performance of "Die With a Smile." The couple sat beside a three-tier cake, eventually cutting into it as the show continued around them.
A couple marries onstage during the Bad Bunny performance at the Apple Music Super Bowl LX Halftime Show at Levi's Stadium on February 8, 2026, in Santa Clara, California | Source: Getty Images
"The Bad Romance" singer, dressed in a baby blue gown, danced alongside Bad Bunny as he performed "BAILE INoLVIDABLE."
Lady Gaga and Bad Bunny perform during the Apple Music Super Bowl LX Halftime Show at Levi's Stadium on February 8, 2026, in Santa Clara, California | Source: Getty Images
Martin later appeared to perform "LO QUE LE PASÓ A HAWAii," adding yet another layer of surprise.
Ricky Martin performs with Bad Bunny during the Apple Music Super Bowl LX Halftime Show at Levi's Stadium on February 8, 2026, in Santa Clara, California | Source: Getty Images
The setlist spanned hits like "Tití me preguntó," "Yo Perreo Sola," "Voy a Llevarte Pa' PR," and "NUEVAYoL," while weaving in nods to reggaeton legends through snippets of "Pa que retozen," "Dale don dale," and "Gasolina."
The deeper you looked, the more details emerged.
During his performance of "Yo Perreo Sola" atop La Casita, a pink-and-yellow house modeled after traditional Puerto Rican homes, dancers and celebrities filled the porch and yard.
Bad Bunny performs during the Apple Music Super Bowl LX Halftime Show at Levi's Stadium on February 8, 2026, in Santa Clara, California | Source: Getty Images
The big names included Pedro Pascal, Cardi B, Jessica Alba, Alix Earle, and Karol G. Young Miko, Giannina Mourouvin, and David Grutman were also spotted in attendance. Earle later shared a behind-the-scenes Instagram video, writing in the caption, "In the casita."
Pedro Pascal, Karol G, Cardi B, Jessica Alba, Stephani Sosa and Alix Earle in "La Casita" during the Apple Music Super Bowl LX Halftime Show at Levi's Stadium on February 8, 2026, in Santa Clara, California | Source: Getty Images
Another unexpected cameo came from Los Angeles taco joint Villa's Tacos, which appeared on the field with a working griddle and logo. The business later thanked Bad Bunny on Instagram.
Even the bushes weren't just bushes. Videos surfaced showing dancers emerging from them after the performance.
Pedro Pascal, Karol G, Cardi B, Jessica Alba, Stephani Sosa and Alix Earle in "La Casita" during the Apple Music Super Bowl LX Halftime Show at Levi's Stadium on February 8, 2026, in Santa Clara, California | Source: Getty Images
One emotionally charged moment involved Bad Bunny handing his Grammy Award to a young child watching his acceptance speech on TV.
Performers wave flags of sovereign countries in the Americas at the conclusion of the Apple Music Super Bowl LX Halftime Show at Levi's Stadium on February 8, 2026, in Santa Clara, California | Source: Getty Images
Some viewers speculated the child was Liam Conejo Ramos, a 5-year-old previously detained by ICE. PEOPLE later confirmed the child was an actor named Lincoln Fox.
Performers wave flags of sovereign countries in the Americas at the conclusion of the Apple Music Super Bowl LX Halftime Show at Levi's Stadium on February 8, 2026, in Santa Clara, California | Source: Getty Images
The performance ended as international flags filled the screen, and the message "The Only Thing More Powerful Than Hate is Love" lit up the stadium.
Performers wave flags of sovereign countries in the Americas at the conclusion of the Apple Music Super Bowl LX Halftime Show at Levi's Stadium on February 8, 2026, in Santa Clara, California | Source: Getty Images
The Latin singer then said, in Spanish, "We're still here," before spiking a football inscribed with "Together We Are America."
Bad Bunny performs during the Apple Music Super Bowl LX Halftime Show at Levi's Stadium on February 8, 2026, in Santa Clara, California | Source: Getty Images
One more cameo easter egg: Outside the stadium, one rumored pairing also turned heads: Kim Kardashian and Lewis Hamilton were spotted standing together during halftime.
Kim Kardashian, Lewis Hamilton and Kendall Jenner watch the Apple Music Super Bowl LX Halftime Show from the stands at Levi's Stadium on February 8, 2026, in Santa Clara, California | Source: Instagram/nfl
Kim Kardashian, Lewis Hamilton and Kendall Jenner watch the Apple Music Super Bowl LX Halftime Show from the stands at Levi's Stadium on February 8, 2026, in Santa Clara, California | Source: Instagram/nfl
It was a show layered with meaning, spectacle, and intentional detail, rewarding anyone willing to look twice.