Controversy at the Super Bowl! Jake Paul attacks Bad Bunny and is rebuked by his brother and boxing star.

Jake Paul with the flag of the United States. Photo: Reproduction/X

Bad Bunny's performance at the Super Bowl LX halftime show last Sunday (8) generated a controversy that went beyond the music world and invaded the world of fighting. After criticizing the Puerto Rican artist on social media, Jake Paul This caused a stir and ended up being countered by his own brother, Logan Paul, as well as world champion Amanda Serrano, an athlete represented by his promotions company, Most Valuable Promotions (MVP).

In a post on his X profile, formerly Twitter, 'The Problem Child' called the singer a "fake American citizen" and criticized the show, asking fans to turn off the television while the performance was happening.

“I purposefully turned off the halftime show. Let’s unite and show the big corporations that they can’t just do whatever they want without consequences (which equates to ratings for them). You are their benefit. Realize that you have power. Turn off that commercial break. A fake American citizen performing, who publicly hates the United States. I cannot support this,” the fighter posted on his profile.

Purposefully turning off the halftime show

Let's rally together and show big corporations they can't just do whatever they want without consequences

(which equals viewership for them)

You are their benefit. Realize you have power.

Turn off this halftime. Fake American…

— Jake Paul (@jakepaul) February 8, 2026

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Logan Paul and Amanda Serrano respond to Jake Paul's statement.

The statement quickly caused a stir and generated public responses. Logan Paul disagreed with his brother and defended Puerto Rican representation, highlighting the cultural importance of the moment on the Super Bowl stage.

“I love my brother, but I don’t agree with this. Puerto Ricans are Americans, and I’m glad they’ve had the opportunity to showcase the talent that comes from the island,” Logan said.

I love my brother but I don't agree with this

Puerto Ricans are Americans & I'm happy they were given the opportunity to showcase the talent that comes from the island https://t.co/yCsuwa79gk

- Logan Paul (@LoganPaul) February 9, 2026

Similarly, Amanda Serrano, featherweight champion and MVP athlete, disagreed. Jake PaulThe fighter acknowledged her professional gratitude towards the American, but stated that she did not agree with comments that questioned the identity of the Puerto Rican people.

"I wouldn't have the opportunities I have today without the support and confidence that Most Valuable Promotions and..." Jake Paul They placed their trust in me, and I will be eternally grateful for the role they played in helping to change my life and elevate women's boxing. At the same time, I want to make it clear: I do not agree with statements that question the legitimacy or identity of the Puerto Rican people, and I cannot support that characterization. It is wrong,” the world champion responded.

Tonight I am here where I'm supposed to be in my beautiful Island with my people celebrating and watching with awe how well Benito represented us and our culture

I am proud to be Puerto Rican, and I am proud to be an American citizen. Puerto Ricans are not “fake Americans.” We…

— Amanda Serrano (@Serranosisters) February 9, 2026