After years shaping the NFL's biggest musical stage behind the scenes, Jay-Z will finally take it himself at SoFi Stadium in 2027.
The producer is now the main act. Jay-Z has been confirmed as the headline performer for the Super Bowl LXI halftime show, ending days of speculation and putting himself centre stage at one of the biggest events in world sport.
The NFL, Apple Music and Jay-Z's company Roc Nation made the announcement on Monday night. The show will take place on 14 February at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California, as part of the game-day spectacle.
The move is a notable twist. Jay-Z has spent years working behind the scenes on the halftime production, helping shape who gets the platform and how the show looks and sounds. Now he gets to step in front of the cameras and deliver the performance himself.
Expect a global audience and a massive build-up. With the biggest names in music already tied to the halftime stage over the years, Jay-Z's turn comes with high expectations. The countdown to February 2027 starts now.
