Barbadian singer Rihanna made a dazzling return to the stage on February 12, 2022, delivering her first live performance in five years during the Super Bowl halftime show. Fans celebrated her comeback, which also doubled as a pregnancy reveal, but former U.S. President Donald Trump was far less impressed.
Rihanna’s Big Reveal
Rihanna stunned viewers by performing her full set with a visible baby bump, later confirmed by her representative as the announcement of her second child. Despite making no verbal mention during the performance, her appearance became one of the night’s most talked-about highlights.
Trump Calls Performance an “Epic Fail”
On his social media platform Truth Social, Trump harshly criticized the show, calling it an “EPIC FAIL.”
“Rihanna gave, without question, the single worst Halftime Show in Super Bowl history,” he wrote. “She’s made a career of spewing degenerate filth and badmouthing America every chance she gets. Why is the NFL showcasing this crap?”
Trump’s remarks follow Rihanna’s long history of openly criticizing him during his presidency. In 2018, her performing-rights company even barred his campaign from using her music at rallies.
Fans Celebrate Her Return
While Trump’s comments stirred controversy, millions of viewers worldwide praised Rihanna’s performance and applauded her return to the stage after a five-year break. Her halftime show remains one of the most memorable in recent Super Bowl history.
