SANTA CLARA, CA — Amid the high-octane energy of Super Bowl LX, one quiet moment stole the spotlight: global superstar Bad Bunny pausing his performance to hand a Grammy Award to a young boy in the crowd. The gesture immediately set social media ablaze, but the heartwarming scene was quickly swallowed by a whirlwind of political misinformation.
As the broadcast concluded on Sunday, February 8, 2026, rumors surged across X (formerly Twitter) and TikTok claiming the child was Liam Conejo Ramos, the Minnesota five-year-old whose recent detention by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) sparked national outrage.
1. The Identity Mix-Up: Actor vs. Activist
The confusion stemmed from the high-profile nature of Liam Ramos’s case. Liam was recently released from custody following a federal court order, making him a central figure in the ongoing debate over the Trump administration’s immigration policies.
- The Reality: Verification by TMZ and HuffPost confirmed the child on stage was Lincoln Fox Ramadan, a professional child actor cast specifically for the production.
- The “Young Benito” Symbolism: Production sources revealed that Lincoln was meant to represent a young version of Bad Bunny (Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio), acting as a “full-circle” moment for the artist who just a week ago made history by winning Album of the Year at the 2026 Grammys.
2. Was It a Political Statement?
Given Bad Bunny’s history of outspoken activism—including his refusal to tour the mainland U.S. earlier this year due to ICE raid concerns—many assumed the Grammy hand-off was a direct protest.
- Official Clarification: Sources close to the “King of Latin Trap” told TMZ the gesture had “no political intent.”
- The Goal: The artist reportedly wanted the moment to serve as a pure spark of inspiration, encouraging children everywhere to “dream as big as performing at the Super Bowl.”
- Liam’s Safety: Advocates for Liam Ramos confirmed the 5-year-old was at home in Minnesota during the game, continuing his recovery with family.
3. A Night of Cultural Milestones
Despite the identity controversy, the performance remained a landmark for the NFL:
- Historic Solo: Bad Bunny became the first solo Latin artist to headline a predominantly Spanish-language halftime show.
- Grammy Glory: The trophy used in the performance was a nod to his recent win for “Debí Tirar Más Fotos,” the first all-Spanish album to take home the Recording Academy’s top prize.
- Guest Stars: The show also featured surprise appearances by Lady Gaga and Ricky Martin, further solidifying the “party” atmosphere the singer promised.