ql.Turning Point USA has announced “The All-American Halftime Show” — a patriotic alternative to Super Bowl 60’s halftime event. 🇺🇸✨Led by Erika Kirk, widow of the late Charlie Kirk, the show will celebrate faith, family, and freedom, honoring the values Charlie championed.“It’s not about competition — it’s about reminding America who we are,” said Erika.
Turning Point USA Announces “The All-American Halftime Show” — Ceremonial Choice for Super Bowl 60
WASHINGTON — The conservative organization Turning Point USA has officially announced its intention to host a halftime show called The All-American Halftime Show, offering viewers a patriotic alternative to the official Super Bowl 60 program. The show, hosted by Erika Kirk — widow of the late leader Charlie Kirk — is committed to honoring the values the organization holds at its core: faith, family, and freedom.
Background & Reasons for Launching the Show
Reaction to Bad Bunny
The decision to choose Puerto Rican singer Bad Bunny as the main act for the halftime show of Super Bowl LX (2026) has sparked criticism from conservatives.
Critics have argued that the choice of an artist who sings primarily in Spanish, has a strong sociopolitical stance, and has been vocally critical of immigration policies was a “political decision” rather than an artistic one.
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One aspect that contributed to the backlash was Bad Bunny’s remarks on Saturday Night Live, when he said:
“If you did not understand what I just said, you have four months to learn.”
This was seen by some as a veiled challenge — and became the “last straw” that led to calls for a replacement show.
Turning Point USA’s Purpose & Manifesto
In an official statement, Turning Point USA said their show would not be “competitive” in the sense of confrontation, but rather a reminder of the American identity as they see it:
“It’s not about competition — it’s about reminding America who we are.”
On the event website, they mentioned that the show would “celebrate Faith, Family & Freedom.”
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They also opened a poll for the audience to ask what kind of music they wanted—with options like Americana, country, rock, worship, and even one that simply said “Anything in English.”
The inclusion of “Anything in English” was widely seen as a nod to Bad Bunny singing primarily in Spanish.
Erika Kirk’s Role & Spiritual Guidance
The fact that the show was announced under Erika Kirk’s leadership is no small detail. Charlie Kirk—the founder of Turning Point USA—died in September 2025 after being shot while giving a public speech.
Erika Kirk, who has become a new face at the helm of the organization, says they want to continue Charlie’s legacy — not just in politics, but in the culture war.
One particular post calls the program “a way to keep the values that Charlie Kirk stood for alive, through music, patriotism, and purpose.”
The transition has a symbolic meaning: a legacy program rather than a traditional campaign.
Questions, challenges, and multiple perspectives
Fact-checking & “fake lineups”
As soon as the program was announced, fake posters were circulating on social media claiming that artists like Kid Rock and Ted Nugent would be participating. However, Turning Point USA and experts confirm that this is fake news — no artists have been officially announced yet.
The press has also done some fact-checking and confirmed that the information about the production or “sold out” of the show is incorrect — many sources have called it fake news or unverified viral news.
Organization & Distribution Challenges
To compete with the Super Bowl — which is one of the most watched television programs — Turning Point USA needs to find a way to broadcast, promote, and attract audiences.
Some issues that may arise:
Broadcast / TV platform & technology: How will the show be viewed simultaneously with the Super Bowl halftime show?
Artist selection: Who will be there — and are these artists willing to stand up for such a politically charged show?
Reaching audiences beyond the conservative base: Will moderate or anti-conservative audiences watch, or will this be an “insider” show?
NFL Reaction / Copyright Rights: It is unclear whether the NFL will intervene or has the right to prevent the broadcast or commercialization of the parallel “halftime show”.
Views from the opposition front & the neutral public
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