Burna Boy Set to Headline 2026 NFL Halftime Show in Paris

Grammy-winning Nigerian superstar Burna Boy, has been officially announced as the headline performer for the 2026 National Football League (NFL) halftime show taking place in Paris, France.
The announcement represents a monumental milestone for African music, as the "African Giant" hitmaker becomes the first Afrobeats artist to lead the entertainment lineup for an NFL international fixture. Organized in partnership with Jay-Z’s Roc Nation, the halftime show will serve as the flagship entertainment segment for the league's high-profile regular-season game hosted at the iconic Stade de France.

“Afrobeats is a global movement, and bringing this sound to the NFL stage in Paris is a historic moment... We are going to bring the energy, the culture, and an unforgettable show to fans around the world.”
— Burna Boy

The historic booking follows Burna Boy’s track record of selling out major global venues, including London’s Stadium, Citi Field in New York, and Paris’s La Défense Arena. The inclusion of an African headliner highlights the NFL's continued efforts to expand its international footprint and integrate global pop culture into its regular-season international games.

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