Elon Musk’s social media platform X (formerly Twitter) suffered a major nationwide outage on Sunday, February 9, coinciding with Puerto Rican superstar Bad Bunny’s much-anticipated halftime performance at Super Bowl LX held at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California.
Outage Across the United States
According to Downdetector, more than 25,000 users reported issues, with complaints coming from coast to coast — from New York to Los Angeles. Around 75% of reports originated from mobile app users, while the remainder came from the website. The timing of the disruption left fans unable to post live reactions during Bad Bunny’s 13-minute set, prompting humorous and frustrated responses online.
Many joked that the artist had “broken X.” One user tweeted, “Suddenly X is down… Elon Musk working hard to make sure we don’t talk about Bad Bunny,” while another remarked, “Bad Bunny has so much aura that X is being slow and crashing.”
Bad Bunny’s Star-Studded Performance
Despite the social media blackout, Bad Bunny delivered a spectacular performance featuring high-profile appearances by Lady Gaga, Pedro Pascal, and Jessica Alba. The halftime show highlighted not only his music but also his message of self-expression and pride.
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Before the performance, Bad Bunny shared his excitement: “The world is going to be happy this Sunday… You always have to be proud of who you are and feel comfortable being yourself.” His message resonated with fans globally, emphasizing inclusivity and cultural pride.
Controversies Surrounding the Show
The performance was accompanied by some controversy. Bad Bunny’s Grammy speech calling for “ICE out” prompted demonstrations outside the stadium, with protesters waving banners in support of his message. Meanwhile, former US President Donald Trump chose not to attend the game, reportedly favoring Kid Rock’s Turning Point USA halftime show over Bad Bunny’s performance.
The nationwide X outage underscored the platform’s vulnerability to surges in traffic during high-profile live events and left fans relying on alternative social media channels to share their reactions in real time. Despite the technical disruptions, Bad Bunny’s halftime show remained the highlight of Super Bowl LX, blending entertainment, celebrity appearances, and a message of global significance.
