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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Brittany Miller

Influencer Alix Earle defends cameo in Bad Bunny’s halftime show after critic calls it ‘undeserved’

Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime performance was filled with well-known faces, from Ricky Martin to Jessica Alba. However, many viewers were shocked to see social media influencer Alix Earle dancing in the background of the rapper’s show-stopping medley.

While some of the Grammy winners’ halftime guests, like Cardi B, were expected during the show because of their connection to Bad Bunny, the Hot Mess podcast host sparked confusion and backlash from viewers, who didn’t understand why she was included in the star-studded entourage.

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