How Bad Bunny Turned the Super Bowl Field Into a Tropical Paradise—With 380 Human Palm Trees

Super Bowl halftime shows have always been a high-stakes spectacle, but each year the challenge seems to grow. From protecting the turf to leaks threatening surprise performances, the NFL’s mid-game extravaganza has seen it all. But for Super Bowl LX, the biggest hurdle wasn’t politics or logistics—it was horticulture.

Bad Bunny, the King of Latin Trap, had a simple yet audacious request: transform Levi’s Stadium into a lush, vibrant slice of Puerto Rico. For Bruce and Shelley Rodgers of Tribe Inc., the creative duo behind nearly two decades of Super Bowl halftime magic, this was just another day at the office—albeit one with a uniquely tropical twist.

The problem? Levi’s Stadium, home of the San Francisco 49ers, boasts natural grass. NFL guidelines are strict about protecting the field, limiting the number of carts that can roll onto the turf. With a maximum of 25 carts available—already earmarked for stages and props—there was no room for the towering palm trees and sugar cane that Bad Bunny envisioned for his performance.

Bruce Rodgers’ solution was as ingenious as it was unexpected: dress people up like plants.

As the Seattle Seahawks and New England Patriots battled it out on the field, Bad Bunny took center stage in an all-white football jersey emblazoned with “Ocasio” on the back. The set was a nostalgic nod to his Puerto Rico residency, complete with a casita, a vintage truck, and a wedding stage. But the real magic lay in the 380 performers who donned elaborate costumes to become living, breathing palm trees and sugar cane stalks.

The stationary palms and poles? Those were rolled out on specially designed “turf tires” to minimize damage to the grass. It was a technique reminiscent of Kendrick Lamar’s street scene from Super Bowl LIX, where streetlights were strategically placed to create an urban backdrop. This time, the Rodgers’ team hit their cart limit, but the result was nothing short of spectacular.

Bad Bunny’s performance wasn’t just a musical triumph; it was a cultural statement. By bringing the essence of Vega Baja, his hometown, to the global stage, he reminded millions of viewers of the beauty and resilience of Puerto Rico. And while ICE concerns loomed in the background, the show itself was a celebration of life, creativity, and the power of music to transcend boundaries.

As the final notes faded and the crowd erupted in applause, one thing was clear: Bad Bunny had not only delivered a halftime show for the ages but had also redefined what’s possible in the world of live entertainment. And for Bruce and Shelley Rodgers, it was just another reminder of why they love what they do—turning the impossible into the unforgettable.

Tags: Bad Bunny, Super Bowl, halftime show, Puerto Rico, Tribe Inc., Bruce Rodgers, Shelley Rodgers, Levi’s Stadium, NFL, turf protection, tropical paradise, Latin Trap, cultural celebration, live entertainment, innovative stage design

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