Usher records the most-watched Super Bowl Halftime Show, overtaking Rihanna's 2023 performance with an average of 129.3m viewers
1 year, 1 month ago

Usher records the most-watched Super Bowl Halftime Show, overtaking Rihanna's 2023 performance with an average of 129.3m viewers

Daily Mail  

Usher's performance at Super Bowl LVIII is officially the most-viewed Halftime Show in history. Katy Perry's Super Bowl XLIX performance places third with 121m, followed by Lady Gaga's Super Bowl LI show which was watched by 118m viewers. Usher's Super Bowl LVIII performance became the most-viewed Halftime Show in history The performance gained an average of 129.3 million viewers according to Front Office Sports Ludacris, Lil John, will.i.am, Alicia Keys and H.E.R. all joined Usher on stage as special guests The previous record holder for Halftime Show views was Rihanna who averaged 121.018m Aside from the Halftime Show, Sunday's game was also the most-watched Super Bowl with 124.4m viewers on average.

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Kendrick Lamar's Super Bowl Halftime show is the most-watched
1 month, 1 week ago

Kendrick Lamar's Super Bowl Halftime show is the most-watched

India Today  

Rapper Kendrick Lamar's headlining performance at the recently held Super Bowl's Halftime show is now the most watched Super Bowl show of all time, Apple Music, NFL and Roc Nation announced recently. The most watched Apple Music Halftime show EVER, with 133.5 Million viewers,” the companies' official social media handle wrote on Instagram. As per reports, Lamar's performance drew a …

Super Bowl scores record ratings — again
1 month, 1 week ago

Super Bowl scores record ratings — again

CNN  

New York CNN — Despite a blowout of a game and halftime performer telling people to turn off their TVs, the Super Bowl registered record ratings for the second year in a row, according to final numbers released Tuesday afternoon. Sunday’s game on Fox, which saw the Kansas City Chiefs lose to the Philadelphia Eagles, averaged a record-setting 127.7 million …

Eagles-Chiefs Super Bowl sets record with 127.7 million viewers; new mark also set for halftime show
1 month, 1 week ago

Eagles-Chiefs Super Bowl sets record with 127.7 million viewers; new mark also set for halftime show

New York Times  

Jalen Hurts and the Philadelphia Eagles were not the only big winners on Sunday night. The Super Bowl 59 broadcast of Philadelphia’s 40-22 rout of Kansas City drew an average audience of 127.7 million viewers across Fox, Fox Deportes, Tubi, Telemundo and NFL digital properties. That makes Sunday’s game the most-watched Super Bowl of all time, topping last year’s record …

Super Bowl halftime show: The 10 greatest performances, from Rihanna to Bruce Springsteen
1 month, 1 week ago

Super Bowl halftime show: The 10 greatest performances, from Rihanna to Bruce Springsteen

The Independent  

Sign up to Roisin O’Connor’s free weekly newsletter Now Hear This for the inside track on all things music Get our Now Hear This email for free Get our Now Hear This email for free SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. 10) Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers – 2008 open …

Super Bowl 59: Start time, halftime show, teams, how to watch, Taylor Swift
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Super Bowl 59: Start time, halftime show, teams, how to watch, Taylor Swift

Al Jazeera  

Super Bowl LIX promises to be one of the most high-profile NFL finales in years with two superb teams going head-to-head. The National Football League Super Bowl, arguably the biggest single event in United States sports with a huge global audience as well, takes place this Sunday. Here’s everything you need to know about the 2025 American football championship, including …

Beyonce’s eight-figure paycheck for NFL halftime Christmas show revealed
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Beyonce’s eight-figure paycheck for NFL halftime Christmas show revealed

Hindustan Times  

Beyonce delivered a stunning performance during the NFL halftime show at the Baltimore Ravens vs. Houston Texans Christmas Day game, captivating the crowd at NRG Stadium. REUTERS/Mario Anzuoni Beyonce NFL check amount revealed Her spectacular performance instantly won the hearts of the crowd present as well as the viewers watching the holiday game day from their homes. However, the Grammy …

The 10 most watched Super Bowls from Rihanna to Coldplay
1 year, 1 month ago

The 10 most watched Super Bowls from Rihanna to Coldplay

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The Independent has put together this list of the …

How Usher turned his free Super Bowl performance into a cash cow
1 year, 1 month ago

How Usher turned his free Super Bowl performance into a cash cow

Hindustan Times  

It was a historic night for Usher, who delivered the most-watched Super Bowl halftime show ever. Usher performs during the halftime show of the NFL's Super Bowl LVIII between the Kansas City Chiefs and the San Francisco 49ers in Las Vegas, Nevada, U.S., February 11, 2024. But, Usher did not get paid for his 15-minute spectacle, which is the norm …

Super Bowl was the most-watched program ever in the US, averaging 123.7 million viewers
1 year, 1 month ago

Super Bowl was the most-watched program ever in the US, averaging 123.7 million viewers

Hindustan Times  

The longest Super Bowl game will also go down as the most-watched program in U.S. television history. HT Image According to Nielsen and Adobe Analytics, Kansas City's 25-22 overtime victory over San Francisco on Sunday night averaged 123.7 million viewers across television and streaming platforms. It was the second straight year the Super Bowl averaged more than 100 million viewers …

Super Bowl was the most-watched program ever in the US, averaging 123.7 million viewers
1 year, 1 month ago

Super Bowl was the most-watched program ever in the US, averaging 123.7 million viewers

Associated Press  

The longest Super Bowl game will also go down as the most-watched program in U.S. television history. According to Nielsen and Adobe Analytics, Kansas City’s 25-22 overtime victory over San Francisco on Sunday night averaged 123.7 million viewers across television and streaming platforms. It was the second straight year the Super Bowl averaged more than 100 million viewers after a …

How Fans Are Reacting To Usher's 'Flashy' Super Bowl Performance
1 year, 1 month ago

How Fans Are Reacting To Usher's 'Flashy' Super Bowl Performance

News 18  

American singer-songwriter and dancer Usher’s performance during the halftime show of the 2024 Super Bowl has received widespread acclaim from his fans on social media. Epic 🤪👏🏾🔥#SuperBowl #Usher #UsherBowl pic.twitter.com/M7PtJF7pPm— DECLAN JOLLOF 🍚 February 12, 2024 Despite some wishing for a longer set, there was unanimous agreement that Usher’s performance solidified his status as a legendary performer. #UsherBowl 🥹👏🏽pic.twitter.com/xegMV3M6BG— 𝔏𝔢𝔞𝔥 …

The 5 biggest talking points from Super Bowl 2024, from Usher’s skates to Taylor Swift’s drinking games
1 year, 1 month ago

The 5 biggest talking points from Super Bowl 2024, from Usher’s skates to Taylor Swift’s drinking games

The Independent  

Sign up to Roisin O’Connor’s free weekly newsletter Now Hear This for the inside track on all things music Get our Now Hear This email for free Get our Now Hear This email for free SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy This year’s Super Bowl halftime …

Usher Super Bowl halftime show 2024: All the surprise guests and setlist in full
1 year, 1 month ago

Usher Super Bowl halftime show 2024: All the surprise guests and setlist in full

The Independent  

Sign up to Roisin O’Connor’s free weekly newsletter Now Hear This for the inside track on all things music Get our Now Hear This email for free Get our Now Hear This email for free SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Usher was joined by guests …

Super Bowl halftime viewers react to ‘electrifying’ Usher performance as Alicia Keys and Lil Jon join star
1 year, 1 month ago

Super Bowl halftime viewers react to ‘electrifying’ Usher performance as Alicia Keys and Lil Jon join star

The Independent  

Sign up to Roisin O’Connor’s free weekly newsletter Now Hear This for the inside track on all things music Get our Now Hear This email for free Get our Now Hear This email for free SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The R&B singer’s 15-minute set included guest appearances from …

Review: Usher shines at star-studded 2024 Super Bowl halftime show
1 year, 1 month ago

Review: Usher shines at star-studded 2024 Super Bowl halftime show

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Usher emerged at Las Vegas’ Allegiant Stadium for the Super Bowl halftime show seated on a throne, joined by a marching band and a trove of Vegas performers — but stayed its center. He started with “Caught Up,” moving into “U Don’t Have to Call,” “Superstar,” and “Love in the Club.” Then Alicia Keys joined in front …

Sorry, Swifties: Super Bowl LVIII belonged to Usher and Beyoncé
1 year, 1 month ago

Sorry, Swifties: Super Bowl LVIII belonged to Usher and Beyoncé

Salon  

There’s a nice symmetry between last year’s Super Bowl reveal of an expectant Rihanna, and this year's, featuring a shirtless Usher doing his sweaty best to get America pregnant. perform onstage during the Apple Music Super Bowl LVIII Halftime Show at Allegiant Stadium on February 11, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada If you were curious as to why his Las …

Super Bowl LVIII becomes most-watched U.S. program ever with 123.7 million viewers: How it set the record
1 year, 1 month ago

Super Bowl LVIII becomes most-watched U.S. program ever with 123.7 million viewers: How it set the record

New York Times  

If you watched Kansas City’s 25-22 overtime win over San Francisco on Sunday night in a memorable Super Bowl LVIII from Las Vegas, well, you had plenty of company. The telecast averaged 123.7 million viewers across all platforms, the most-watched program ever, according to Nielsen. Look at the previous weeks: The Chiefs at the Baltimore Ravens was the most-watched AFC …

Super Bowl halftime show: The 10 greatest performances, from Rihanna to Prince
1 year, 1 month ago

Super Bowl halftime show: The 10 greatest performances, from Rihanna to Prince

The Independent  

Sign up to Roisin O’Connor’s free weekly newsletter Now Hear This for the inside track on all things music Get our Now Hear This email for free Get our Now Hear This email for free SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. 10) Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers – 2008 open …

Super Bowl 2024: From Usher to Post Malone, check full list of performers here
1 year, 1 month ago

Super Bowl 2024: From Usher to Post Malone, check full list of performers here

Live Mint  

The Super Bowl halftime show has always been a major part of the annual NFL event, and is America's most-watched musical performance of the year. Day broke through with her standout single “Rise Up.” She eventually won a Grammy and Golden Globe for her acting and musical work on the film “The United States vs. Billie Holiday.” Last week, she …

Remember the Super Bowl halftime's 'Nipplegate'? We all owe Janet Jackson an apology
1 year, 1 month ago

Remember the Super Bowl halftime's 'Nipplegate'? We all owe Janet Jackson an apology

LA Times  

The numbers do not lie: The Super Bowl is our most cherished TV show. It’s now been 20 years since our culture decided a half-second glimpse of one of Jackson’s breasts — the infamous “wardrobe malfunction” during the halftime show with Justin Timberlake — threatened the foundations of society. We kept calling them “America’s Team.” After learning that college football …

Super Bowl 2024 halftime show prop bets: Usher’s first song, Alicia Keys, other guests and more
1 year, 1 month ago

Super Bowl 2024 halftime show prop bets: Usher’s first song, Alicia Keys, other guests and more

New York Times  

The Athletic has live coverage from Las Vegas of Super Bowl 2024, featuring 49ers vs Chiefs, and the Super Bowl halftime show featuring Usher. This Friday, two days before his Super Bowl performance, he’s dropping a new album, “Coming Home,” which features two more singles that are out now. He’s also a Super Bowl veteran after joining The Black Eyed …

Super Bowl halftime shows ranked: Where does Usher rank with Prince, U2, Rihanna?
1 year, 1 month ago

Super Bowl halftime shows ranked: Where does Usher rank with Prince, U2, Rihanna?

New York Times  

Surprise guests, roller skates, a shirtless Usher and a spicy hug with Alicia Keys to spawn memes. And by the finale — when Lil Jon and Ludacris joined Usher on stage for “Yeah!” — it felt like we’d just seen a great halftime show. I was interested, but it’s not a good sign when notes from a halftime show include, …

Super Bowl: From Janet Jackson's infamous nip-slip to Beyonce's public stance against police brutality... five times scandal and controversy took center stage in the halftime show
1 year, 1 month ago

Super Bowl: From Janet Jackson's infamous nip-slip to Beyonce's public stance against police brutality... five times scandal and controversy took center stage in the halftime show

Daily Mail  

The Super Bowl halftime show has continuously been one of the most-watched events on television in recent memory. Janet Jackson's infamous 'wardrobe malfunction' inspired the creation of YouTube in 2005 Jackson's incident led congress to pass a bill increasing fines for 'indecency' on television Perhaps the most controversial halftime show to date took place in 2004 with the infamous 'Nipplegate'. …

Super Bowl LVIII is Usher's show
1 year, 1 month ago

Super Bowl LVIII is Usher's show

NPR  

Super Bowl LVIII is Usher's show Usher — the chart-topping singer-songwriter — will be this year's halftime performer. PEARCE: It's kind of what you would expect from Usher - this supreme display of professionalism and polish. USHER: When the music goes off and the DJ's going home, get back out on that floor and keep on dancing. PEARCE: Well, you …

Watch live: Super Bowl LVIII halftime stars interviewed
1 year, 1 month ago

Watch live: Super Bowl LVIII halftime stars interviewed

The Independent  

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Usher says it’s been a challenge to squeeze 30-year career into 13-minute Super Bowl halftime show
1 year, 1 month ago

Usher says it’s been a challenge to squeeze 30-year career into 13-minute Super Bowl halftime show

Associated Press  

LAS VEGAS — Usher found fitting a successful three decades of music into a super-short Super Bowl halftime show a challenge, but the multiple Grammy winner decided to concentrate on past hits, moments from his popular Las Vegas residency and possibly draw from his new album. Usher poses for photographers during a news conference ahead of the Super Bowl 58 …

Usher praises ‘Queen’ Rihanna as she hypes his Super Bowl show: ‘Real recognize real’
1 year, 2 months ago

Usher praises ‘Queen’ Rihanna as she hypes his Super Bowl show: ‘Real recognize real’

LA Times  

Usher has received the seal of approval from Super Bowl halftime show royalty: Rihanna. This year’s halftime show performer had no notes when asked recently if she had any advice for the “Burn” singer as he prepares to take the stage at Super Bowl LVIII in Las Vegas on Feb. 11. I get excited about entertainers who do this, who …

Usher to headline the 2024 Super Bowl halftime show in Las Vegas
1 year, 5 months ago

Usher to headline the 2024 Super Bowl halftime show in Las Vegas

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Usher has a new confession: The Grammy winner will headline the Apple Music Super Bowl Halftime Show in Las Vegas. “It’s an honor of a lifetime to finally check a Super Bowl performance off my bucket list,” Usher said in a statement. The singer has served as a coach on NBC’s “The Voice” and appeared in several …

Usher to perform 2024 Super Bowl halftime show in Las Vegas
1 year, 5 months ago

Usher to perform 2024 Super Bowl halftime show in Las Vegas

New York Times  

Grammy-winning artist Usher will perform the Super Bowl LVIII halftime show at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, the NFL, Apple Music and Roc Nation announced Sunday. I’ll see you real soon.” This marks Usher’s second Super Bowl halftime show appearance after he performed alongside the Black Eyed Peas when the group headlined the show in 2011. Usher follows Rihanna, who …

Usher to perform at Super Bowl 2024 halftime show
1 year, 5 months ago

Usher to perform at Super Bowl 2024 halftime show

LA Times  

Usher will headline the halftime show at next year’s Super Bowl LVIII in Las Vegas, organizers announced Sunday, bringing one of the Strip’s most talked-about live acts to the biggest stage in pop music. “I can’t wait to bring the world a show unlike anything else they’ve seen from me before.” Jay-Z, whose entertainment company Roc Nation struck a deal …

Super Bowl averages 113 million, 3rd most-watched in history
2 years, 1 month ago

Super Bowl averages 113 million, 3rd most-watched in history

Associated Press  

Fox was hoping the matchup of two top teams in the Super Bowl and a close game would lead to a record night. This was Fox’s 10th Super Bowl since it began airing NFL games in 1994 and the second most-watched program in Fox Sports history. According to Adobe Analytics, this year’s digital feed averaged a Super Bowl-record 7 million …

Rihanna to Headline Super Bowl Halftime Show
2 years, 5 months ago

Rihanna to Headline Super Bowl Halftime Show

News 18  

Superstar Rihanna will headline the Super Bowl halftime show in February, the main event sponsor Apple Music announced Sunday. @rihanna will take the stage for the first ever Apple Music Super Bowl Halftime Show on 2.12.23," Apple Music said in a tweet featuring a photo of the musician’s raised hand holding a football. Performing at the Super Bowl is an …

How the NFL tried and failed to censor its hip-hop halftime performance
3 years, 1 month ago

How the NFL tried and failed to censor its hip-hop halftime performance

Salon  

From nostalgic throwbacks to a high-energy set list, this year's goosebump-inducing Super Bowl halftime show lived up to its hype and delivered more than anticipated. A few hours before Sunday's game, Puck News reported that the NFL had denied Dr. Dre's request to take a knee – the gesture of protest against racial injustice and police brutality that was popularized …

Maroon 5 'to play Super Bowl 2019 halftime show'
6 years, 6 months ago

Maroon 5 'to play Super Bowl 2019 halftime show'

The Independent  

Sign up to Roisin O’Connor’s free weekly newsletter Now Hear This for the inside track on all things music Get our Now Hear This email for free Get our Now Hear This email for free SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Pop band Maroon 5 are …

Ten memorable Super Bowl halftime shows[1]- Chinadaily.com.cn
8 years, 1 month ago

Ten memorable Super Bowl halftime shows[1]- Chinadaily.com.cn

China Daily  

Lady Gaga, Super Bowl 2017 If you consider the Super Bowl simply as the annual championship game of the National Football League, you need to reconsider. The Super Bowl halftime show is a tradition during the competition, aimed at delighting the television audience and creating national and worldwide interest. This year, the 51st Super Bowl invited American pop singer Lady …

Ten memorable Super Bowl halftime shows[1]- Chinadaily.com.cn
8 years, 1 month ago

Ten memorable Super Bowl halftime shows[1]- Chinadaily.com.cn

China Daily  

Lady Gaga, Super Bowl 2017 If you consider the Super Bowl simply as the annual championship game of the National Football League, you need to reconsider. The Super Bowl halftime show is a tradition during the competition, aimed at delighting the television audience and creating national and worldwide interest. This year, the 51st Super Bowl invited American pop singer Lady …

Beyoncé’s Best Live Performances, Ranked
10 years, 6 months ago

Beyoncé’s Best Live Performances, Ranked

Slate  

Photo by Mark Davis/Getty Images On Saturday, HBO will air Beyoncé and Jay Z: On the Run, the concert special for those of us who weren’t lucky enough to snag tickets to the duo’s first full-fledged tour. “Proud Mary,” Grammy Awards with Tina Turner Aside from Diana Ross, Beyoncé’s most direct inspiration is probably Tina Turner, so it was only …

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