Bad Bunny drew attention Tuesday night when he appeared to remain seated during “God Bless America” at Yankee Stadium, TMZ Sports reported.
The Grammy-winning artist was reportedly three rows behind home plate, sitting with friends as the crowd stood, some with hands over their hearts.
A video appeared to show the crowd singing, “guide her,” while he stayed seated.
Fox News Digital reached out to Bad Bunny’s agency and the Yankees for comment.
An AI review of the photo reportedly didn’t raise any concerns.
The Puerto Rico native has been in the national spotlight since it was announced he would perform at Super Bowl LV.
His recent remarks about U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers have resurfaced, drawing scrutiny, as Fox News reported.
In September, Bad Bunny explained why he didn’t book U.S. dates on his tour.
“But there was the issue of — like, f*cking ICE could be outside [my concert]. And it’s something that we were talking about and very concerned about,” he told i-D.
Earlier this year, he recorded a video of what he described as local ICE raids in Puerto Rico, posting it to social media.
“Look, those motherf*ckers are in these cars, RAV-4s. They’re here in Pontezuela,” he said, referring to ICE agents working on Avenida Pontezuela in Carolina, near San Juan.
“Sons of b*tches, instead of leaving the people alone and working there,” he added.
Despite the criticism, Bad Bunny has continued public appearances in the U.S., attending sporting events and hosting “Saturday Night Live.” On Tuesday, the Yankees faced the Toronto Blue Jays in Game 3 of the American League Division Series, marking the event where the seated photo emerged.
Fans and commentators immediately debated his choice to sit. Some saw it as disrespectful during a patriotic song, while others argued it falls under personal expression.
Bad Bunny has not publicly commented on the Yankee Stadium incident. The artist’s agent and the Yankees did not respond to Fox News requests for comment at the time of publication.
His Super Bowl LV performance has already stirred debate, with critics questioning whether his past statements and actions make him a controversial pick for the NFL’s biggest stage. The Super Bowl appearance comes amid heightened attention to the artist’s comments about ICE and immigration enforcement.
The New York Yankees confirmed Bad Bunny attended the playoff game but did not comment on his behavior during the national anthem.
As public discussion grows, Bad Bunny’s actions continue to spark debate across social media platforms. Fans on Twitter and other networks immediately reacted to the TMZ Sports photo and video, igniting conversations about patriotism, free expression, and the responsibilities of high-profile entertainers during national events.
Bad Bunny’s selection as a Super Bowl halftime performer ensures that his actions will remain in the spotlight.
The incident at Yankee Stadium is likely to be referenced in conversations leading up to the NFL’s biggest annual event, amplifying both support and criticism for the Puerto Rican superstar.
