Jay-Z announced as next Super Bowl halftime performer for 2027 show
Jay-Z set for Super Bowl LXI
Several news outlets reported Monday night that Jay-Z will lead the halftime show at Super Bowl LXI. The game is scheduled for Sunday, Feb. 14, 2027, at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, California.
Roc Nation’s role raises questions
Roc Nation is a co-producer of the Super Bowl halftime show, and Carter serves as the company’s chairman. His selection means he is taking the stage for a production his company helps oversee.
The NFL and Roc Nation began working together in 2019, when the league named the company its live music entertainment strategist. The article describes Carter as having chosen himself for the performance.
A succession of major performers
Jennifer Lopez and Shakira were the first halftime headliners under Carter’s creative direction, performing in 2020. The Weeknd, Rihanna, Kendrick Lamar and most recently Bad Bunny followed. Carter recently completed the limited Jay-Z 30 Tour, which marks the 30th anniversary of his debut album, “Reasonable Doubt.”
Key points
- Jay-Z is set to headline the Super Bowl LXI halftime show on Feb. 14, 2027.
- The event will take place at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles.
- Roc Nation, chaired by Jay-Z, co-produces the halftime show.
- His tour commemorated 30 years since the release of “Reasonable Doubt.”