If you believed Ice-T would back down from online criticism over his support for Bad Bunny's Super Bowl halftime show, you were mistaken. The iconic rapper and actor firmly stood by his comments, showcasing his trademark defiance in a series of social media posts.
Ice-T Applauds Bad Bunny's Performance
Early Monday, Ice-T took to X to express his admiration for Bad Bunny's Spanish-language Super Bowl halftime show, describing it as "dope." In the same breath, he brushed off the conservative backlash that had emerged, stating bluntly, "And I don't give a F how you feel about it." This post quickly garnered attention, highlighting the polarizing nature of the performance.
Engaging with Critics and Fans
In a follow-up, Ice-T shared a post from the music outlet My Mixtapez, which highlighted the halftime show's impressive ratings alongside a photo of a seemingly flustered President Donald Trump. Ice-T added, "Haters can Hate..... But they ALWAYS lose.... Always." However, not everyone was amused. One fan declared Ice-T "done for me," vowing to boycott "Law & Order: Special Victims Unit" due to his role as Odafin "Fin" Tutuola.
The fan wrote, "[If 'SVU'] even thinks about bringing him back even part time, I'm out and have watched this show from the beginning. This is just sad that he had to go and open his mouth again. This show will be done if people see him back on the show." Ice-T responded sarcastically with, "Bitch please don't leave!" before offering a more reflective reply.
A Message of Resilience
Ice-T emphasized his lifelong commitment to speaking his mind, writing, "For me... Having millions of people disagree with me and dislike me is absolutely the NORM for my entire life... It's never stopped Anything. Stand for something.. Have some Fn Courage." Later that day, he shared a photo of himself and co-star Octavio Pisano on the New York set of "SVU," signaling business as usual.
Background on the Halftime Show
Bad Bunny's Super Bowl halftime show, which featured assists from Lady Gaga and Ricky Martin, proceeded smoothly despite months of preemptive right-wing concerns. While it received widespread acclaim, it faced criticism from Trump and other prominent Republicans. One GOP lawmaker has even called for a "formal congressional inquiry" into the NFL, labeling the performance as embracing "gay pornography" and "pure smut."
Ice-T's unwavering support underscores the ongoing cultural debates surrounding entertainment and free expression, proving that even in the face of backlash, he remains unapologetically vocal.
