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Bad Bunny

The latest news on Bad Bunny, Puerto Rican rapper, singer and record producer, including showbiz news and updates.

Born

10 Mar 1994

Industry

Entertainment, Music

Job Title

Singer

Jonathan Anderson's puffy mini skirts with long trains were the stars of Dior's fall/winter 2026-27 show held in the Tuileries Garden in Paris in March. Photo: Handout

Fashion

Why fashion trains are back in the spotlight, courtesy Jonathan Anderson’s Dior

Dior’s fall/winter 2026-27 show in Paris breathed new life into the train, memorably sported by Rihanna and Bad Bunny on the Met Gala red carpet.

15 Aug 2026 - 10:00AM

Donald Trump

White House uses anti-Trump singer Bad Bunny’s song for ICE video

2 Aug 2026 - 2:24AM

Style Edit

Style Edit: De Beers Group redefines luxury with warm-hued Desert diamonds

31 Jul 2026 - 10:00AM

High Jewellery

How Taylor Swift and Zendaya are driving the trend for bespoke engagement rings

Couples are now embracing desert diamonds, vintage styles and ethical sourcing, and prioritising designs that tell an authentic story.

21 Jul 2026 - 6:00AM

Graff engagement rings showcase a trend towards vintage glamour. Photo: Handout

Wimbledon

Djokovic sees off inspired Wu to reach Wimbledon second round

China’s Wu raised his level to snatch the second ‌set and kept up the pressure before Djokovic broke him and edged ahead ⁠in the contest.

30 Jun 2026 - 6:02AM

European Union

Pope Leo urges end to ‘polarising narratives’ on Spain visit

The pope says he hopes the week-long tour of Spain will set an example to the world about respecting ‘every human being’.

6 Jun 2026 - 9:39PM

Celebrity style

Met Gala 2026: What did the stars wear to fashion’s biggest night?

The theme this year was Fashion is Art, and stars did not disappoint – Kylie Jenner wore Schiaparelli, and Blackpink’s Rosé stunned in Saint Laurent.

5 May 2026 - 4:28PM

Co-chairs Nicole Kidman, Lauren Sanchez Bezos and Anna Wintour at the 2026 Met Gala, the annual benefit for the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute, in New York. Photo: APA

Art

From pirate dreams to public text, a restless creative voice arrives in the city

Capitán explores connection, belonging and why imagination may be the most valuable currency of all.

20 Mar 2026 - 4:00PM

NFL Super Bowl

Meet Bad Bunny’s brother, Bernie Martínez Ocasio – who works as a model

Bad Bunny is making headlines for his historic Super Bowl halftime performance – his brother Bernie, decked in H&M, was there to support him.

13 Feb 2026 - 6:00PM

Music

Meet Young Miko, who was in Bad Bunny’s set at the Super Bowl halftime show

The lesbian Puerto Rican rising star, who released her debut album Att. in 2024, is a former footballer who got her musical start on SoundCloud.

11 Feb 2026 - 4:29PM

Puerto Rican rapper and singer-songwriter Young Miko has been called the female Bad Bunny. Photo: @itsyoungmiko/Instagram

Fashion

How Bad Bunny rocked the Super Bowl halftime show with his fashion choices

The Puerto Rican rapper delivered a Spanish-only set, while Lady Gaga – in a blue dress by Luar – performed the only English lines of the show.

9 Feb 2026 - 12:52PM

Puerto Rican star Bad Bunny sang only in Spanish for his Super Bowl halftime performance on Sunday. Photo: TNS

NFL (National Football League)

Seattle Seahawks soar to victory against New England Patriots in Super Bowl

The win was buoyed by a dominant defensive display and Seattle avenged loss to the Patriots in previous appearance in 2015.

9 Feb 2026 - 12:07PM

NFL Super Bowl

Super Bowl: rising star, journeyman, Bad Bunny share Patriots-Seahawks stage

US sport’s biggest event features two teams nobody expected to reach NFL championship decider set to be shrouded in political controversy.

9 Feb 2026 - 7:57AM

Fame and celebrity

Everything to know about Coco Jones – who performed at the Super Bowl

The former Disney star and Grammy-winning artist performed at the NFL Super Bowl pregame show alongside Charlie Puth and Fred Beam.

9 Feb 2026 - 6:00AMvideocam

Coco Jones attends the 68th Grammy Awards at Crypto.com Arena on February 1, in Los Angeles, California. Photo: Getty Images

Music

From Bad Bunny to Billie Eilish, who stole the show at the 2026 Grammy Awards?

Bad Bunny thanked his mother and praised his homeland, Puerto Rico, while Billie Eilish criticised ICE at an electric 2026 Grammy Awards.

2 Feb 2026 - 4:15PM

Bad Bunny accepts the album of the year award for Debí Tirar Más Fotos at the 68th annual Grammy Awards in Los Angeles, California. Photo: TNS

Celebrity style

The Grammys 2026 red carpet: looks that stunned and sparked conversation

The Katseye crew all wore Ludovic de Saint Sernin gowns, but the most buzzed-about look is certainly Chappell Roan’s sheer Mugler dress.

2 Feb 2026 - 12:18PM

Music

Not lost in translation – how ‘local’ singers are finding global fame

From Bad Bunny singing only in Spanish to Skai Isyourgod rapping in Chinese dialects, language is no longer a barrier to global fandom.

12 Jan 2026 - 9:15PM

Music

Bad Bunny, Perfume Genius album covers among nods for 2026 Grammy Awards

Wet Leg, Djo and Tyler, the Creator’s latest albums also nominated for best album cover, to be awarded for the first time in over 50 years.

11 Jan 2026 - 7:15PM

This image released by Domino Records shows album art for “Moisturizer” by Wet Leg. (Domino via AP)

Music

Why Bad Bunny’s Grammy nominations mark a symbolic moment for Latinos

Bad Bunny’s nods for the 2026 Grammy Awards serve as a ‘very welcome recognition of Latin music that is growing’ on the global stage.

10 Jan 2026 - 7:15PM

Beauty

Hair gel is back – but this time it’s kinder and less crunchy

Inspired by gel OGs Madonna and Justin Timberlake, everyone from Timothée Chalamet and Zendaya to Bad Bunny is getting in on the act.

3 Jan 2026 - 7:00AM

Music

Kendrick Lamar and Lady Gaga lead 2026 Grammy nominations

“Golden” from KPop Demon Hunters and “APT.” by Rose and Bruno Mars are among the tunes vying for song of the year.

8 Nov 2025 - 1:48AM

Kendrick Lamar performs during the Governors Ball Music Festival in New York in June 2023. Photo: AFP

Celebrity style

Meet Bad Bunny’s stylist Storm Pablo, who dressed him for his last Super Bowl

We can hardly forget Bad Bunny’s Swarovski-encrusted look at his last Super Bowl, which was thanks to Pablo – Big Sean and Future have donned his brand’s designs too.

30 Sep 2025 - 12:52PM

Meet Storm Pablo, Bad Bunny’s stylist responsible for some of his most iconic looks. Photo: @latimesimage/Instagram

Vacheron Constantin

Q&A | Vacheron Constantin’s Sandrine Donguy on the storied maison

Donguy says her role is about ‘gathering past and present, and preparing for the future’ on behalf of the storied brand, which counts Tom Cruise, Brad Pitt and Bad Bunny among its celebrity fans.

17 Jun 2025 - 9:53PM

Masterpieces

From the runway to the red carpet, floral jewellery’s maximalist bloom

They may be timeless, but floral motifs are experiencing a significant resurgence – as seen on the red carpet and in new high jewellery collections embracing maximalism.

16 May 2025 - 5:01PM

Celebrity style

Bad Bunny’s luxury watch collection, from rare Rolex to diamond Cartier

From Coachella to Milan Fashion Week, and from vintage glam to classic ladies’ timepieces, Bad Bunny’s watch game is as bold as his genre-challenging style – see why.

22 Apr 2025 - 6:00PM

Bad Bunny watches are all about the cool factor. Photos: Getty Images, Handout

Fashion

Recap | From Kendall Jenner and Bad Bunny to K-pop’s Jeon Somi, what styles are the stars rocking?

How do celebrities such as Jenner, Johnson, Pierce Brosnan, Jeff Goldblum and K-pop sensations Somi and Felix achieve their looks? We run down some of their fashion moments and wardrobe choices here.

2 Nov 2024 - 6:00PM

Kendall Jenner arrives on the red carpet for the 2023 Met Gala in New York. Photo: EPA

Academy Awards

Protests over Israel’s war in Gaza snarl traffic outside Oscars theatre

Scattered demonstrations were held near the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles and protesters disrupted traffic for some making their way to the awards ceremony on Sunday.

11 Mar 2024 - 6:38AM

Millionaires, billionaires and trillionaires

How NBA millionaire, Denver Nuggets’ Nikola Jokic, makes and spends his cash

The Nuggets MVP signed a five-year, US$264 million contract to stay with the team in 2022, and was spotted in a Mercedes and sporting a Cartier Calibre Chronograph … but his secret love is horses

27 Jan 2024 - 4:00AM

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Bad Bunny

Why fashion trains are back in the spotlight, courtesy Jonathan Anderson’s Dior

Dior’s fall/winter 2026-27 show in Paris breathed new life into the train, memorably sported by Rihanna and Bad Bunny on the Met Gala red carpet.

White House uses anti-Trump singer Bad Bunny’s song for ICE video

Style Edit: De Beers Group redefines luxury with warm-hued Desert diamonds

How Taylor Swift and Zendaya are driving the trend for bespoke engagement rings

Couples are now embracing desert diamonds, vintage styles and ethical sourcing, and prioritising designs that tell an authentic story.

Djokovic sees off inspired Wu to reach Wimbledon second round

China’s Wu raised his level to snatch the second ‌set and kept up the pressure before Djokovic broke him and edged ahead ⁠in the contest.

Pope Leo urges end to ‘polarising narratives’ on Spain visit

The pope says he hopes the week-long tour of Spain will set an example to the world about respecting ‘every human being’.

Met Gala 2026: What did the stars wear to fashion’s biggest night?

The theme this year was Fashion is Art, and stars did not disappoint – Kylie Jenner wore Schiaparelli, and Blackpink’s Rosé stunned in Saint Laurent.

From pirate dreams to public text, a restless creative voice arrives in the city

Capitán explores connection, belonging and why imagination may be the most valuable currency of all.

Meet Bad Bunny’s brother, Bernie Martínez Ocasio – who works as a model

Bad Bunny is making headlines for his historic Super Bowl halftime performance – his brother Bernie, decked in H&M, was there to support him.

Meet Young Miko, who was in Bad Bunny’s set at the Super Bowl halftime show

The lesbian Puerto Rican rising star, who released her debut album Att. in 2024, is a former footballer who got her musical start on SoundCloud.

How Bad Bunny rocked the Super Bowl halftime show with his fashion choices

The Puerto Rican rapper delivered a Spanish-only set, while Lady Gaga – in a blue dress by Luar – performed the only English lines of the show.

Seattle Seahawks soar to victory against New England Patriots in Super Bowl

The win was buoyed by a dominant defensive display and Seattle avenged loss to the Patriots in previous appearance in 2015.

Super Bowl: rising star, journeyman, Bad Bunny share Patriots-Seahawks stage

US sport’s biggest event features two teams nobody expected to reach NFL championship decider set to be shrouded in political controversy.

Everything to know about Coco Jones – who performed at the Super Bowl

The former Disney star and Grammy-winning artist performed at the NFL Super Bowl pregame show alongside Charlie Puth and Fred Beam.

From Bad Bunny to Billie Eilish, who stole the show at the 2026 Grammy Awards?

Bad Bunny thanked his mother and praised his homeland, Puerto Rico, while Billie Eilish criticised ICE at an electric 2026 Grammy Awards.

The Grammys 2026 red carpet: looks that stunned and sparked conversation

The Katseye crew all wore Ludovic de Saint Sernin gowns, but the most buzzed-about look is certainly Chappell Roan’s sheer Mugler dress.

Not lost in translation – how ‘local’ singers are finding global fame

From Bad Bunny singing only in Spanish to Skai Isyourgod rapping in Chinese dialects, language is no longer a barrier to global fandom.

Bad Bunny, Perfume Genius album covers among nods for 2026 Grammy Awards

Wet Leg, Djo and Tyler, the Creator’s latest albums also nominated for best album cover, to be awarded for the first time in over 50 years.

Why Bad Bunny’s Grammy nominations mark a symbolic moment for Latinos

Bad Bunny’s nods for the 2026 Grammy Awards serve as a ‘very welcome recognition of Latin music that is growing’ on the global stage.

Hair gel is back – but this time it’s kinder and less crunchy

Inspired by gel OGs Madonna and Justin Timberlake, everyone from Timothée Chalamet and Zendaya to Bad Bunny is getting in on the act.

Kendrick Lamar and Lady Gaga lead 2026 Grammy nominations

“Golden” from KPop Demon Hunters and “APT.” by Rose and Bruno Mars are among the tunes vying for song of the year.

Meet Bad Bunny’s stylist Storm Pablo, who dressed him for his last Super Bowl

We can hardly forget Bad Bunny’s Swarovski-encrusted look at his last Super Bowl, which was thanks to Pablo – Big Sean and Future have donned his brand’s designs too.

.css-1f6sr3w{color:#727272;}Q&A | Vacheron Constantin’s Sandrine Donguy on the storied maison

Donguy says her role is about ‘gathering past and present, and preparing for the future’ on behalf of the storied brand, which counts Tom Cruise, Brad Pitt and Bad Bunny among its celebrity fans.

From the runway to the red carpet, floral jewellery’s maximalist bloom

They may be timeless, but floral motifs are experiencing a significant resurgence – as seen on the red carpet and in new high jewellery collections embracing maximalism.

Bad Bunny’s luxury watch collection, from rare Rolex to diamond Cartier

From Coachella to Milan Fashion Week, and from vintage glam to classic ladies’ timepieces, Bad Bunny’s watch game is as bold as his genre-challenging style – see why.

Recap | From Kendall Jenner and Bad Bunny to K-pop’s Jeon Somi, what styles are the stars rocking?

How do celebrities such as Jenner, Johnson, Pierce Brosnan, Jeff Goldblum and K-pop sensations Somi and Felix achieve their looks? We run down some of their fashion moments and wardrobe choices here.

Protests over Israel’s war in Gaza snarl traffic outside Oscars theatre

Scattered demonstrations were held near the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles and protesters disrupted traffic for some making their way to the awards ceremony on Sunday.

How NBA millionaire, Denver Nuggets’ Nikola Jokic, makes and spends his cash

The Nuggets MVP signed a five-year, US$264 million contract to stay with the team in 2022, and was spotted in a Mercedes and sporting a Cartier Calibre Chronograph … but his secret love is horses

Q&A | Vacheron Constantin’s Sandrine Donguy on the storied maison