Overview
- Jill Zarin called the performance “the worst halftime show ever,” objected to its Spanish lyrics and onstage gestures, and suggested a political ICE-related message before removing her Instagram video.
- Taylor Armstrong posted an Instagram Story calling the show “totally in Spanish” and saying she felt “embarrassed for the NFL and Apple,” then deleted the post.
- Neither reality TV alum has issued a follow-up since deleting their comments, as online criticism portrayed Zarin’s remarks as culturally dismissive and out of touch.
- Reports note Zarin also commented on Lady Gaga’s appearance during the broadcast, speculating about cosmetic work.
- The 13-minute set highlighted Puerto Rican heritage with guest appearances, drew praise from Robert Irwin, Alix Earle, and Pedro Pascal, and received a Truth Social rebuke from President Donald Trump as “one of the worst, EVER.”