Jay-Z Announces Himself As Super Bowl Halftime Performer

Jay-Z Confirms Worst Kept Secret ... I'm The SB 61 Halftime Performer!!! Published October 26, 2026 7:06 PM PDT Jay-Z has officially been named the Super Bowl 61 halftime show performer. Waiting for your permission to load the Instagram Media. The music mogul released a statement confirming the news. He said, "Thirty years of music, work, and culture on the world’s biggest stage. This run continues to be a dream come true.” As TMZ first reported ... Justin Bieber and Harry Styles were being considered for the halftime show, but neither were interested in the gig. Rumors were swirling that Miley Cyrus was going to be named the performer ... but Jay ultimately crowned himself the headliner. No word on whether Beyonce will take the stage with him as a guest performer. Jay-Z Justin Bieber Harry Styles Miley Cyrus Celebrity News Music Business TMZ Sports Sports Business Super Bowl