Bad Bunny’s halftime performance at Super Bowl 60 was a spectacle filled with cultural symbolism, celebrity cameos, and viral moments. Yet one of the most talked-about highlights wasn’t about Cardi B, Pedro Pascal, or Ronald Acuña Jr. — it was about a child who briefly stole the spotlight.
The Viral Speculation
During the show, Bad Bunny handed one of his Grammy awards to a young boy dressed in a polo shirt. The moment quickly spread across social media, sparking speculation that the child was Liam Ramos, a five-year-old from Minnesota who had recently been detained by ICE. Ramos’ case had already drawn national outrage, and many viewers thought the halftime cameo was a political statement.
Fact-Checking the Rumor
The speculation was incorrect. ESPN’s Brooke Pryor and other outlets confirmed that the child was not Liam Ramos. Instead, the boy was Lincoln Fox, a child actor chosen to represent a younger version of Bad Bunny.
Who Is Lincoln Fox?
Lincoln Fox, of Argentinean and Egyptian descent, is a rising child actor who has appeared in commercials for Walmart, Target, and Huggies. His role in the halftime show was symbolic — portraying Bad Bunny’s childhood self and highlighting the artist’s journey from humble beginnings to global superstardom.
Fox later posted on Instagram:
“I’ll remember this day forever. @badbunnypr – it was my truest honor.”
What About Liam Ramos?
Liam Ramos is a real child whose story captured national attention in January 2026. He was detained by ICE in Columbia Heights, Minnesota, while walking home from school with his father. Both were seeking asylum in the United States. After 10 days in detention, a federal judge ordered their release on February 1. Ramos was not present at the Super Bowl halftime show.
Why the Confusion Matters
The mix-up underscores how quickly viral speculation can blur fact and fiction. While Ramos’ case remains a symbol of immigration struggles in the U.S., Fox’s cameo was purely artistic — a tribute to Bad Bunny’s roots and resilience. The halftime show blended cultural references, political undertones, and personal storytelling, but the child on stage was not part of the ICE controversy. Bad Bunny’s decision to include a child actor portraying his younger self added emotional depth to the performance, reminding fans of his journey from Puerto Rico’s streets to the world’s biggest stage.
