Weeknd Playing Super Bowl Halftime
• The NFL, Pepsi and Roc Nation announced Thursday that three-time Grammy Award winner The Weeknd will perform at the 2021 Pepsi Super Bowl Halftime Show on Feb. 7 at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, FL.
As reported by the Associated Press, The Weeknd will join a list of celebrated musicians who have played during previous Super Bowl halftime shows, including Madonna, Beyoncé, Coldplay, Katy Perry, U2, Prince, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Lady Gaga, Michael Jackson and last year’s duo of Shakira and Jennifer Lopez — the first collaboration between the NFL, Pepsi and Roc Nation that attracted than 104 million viewers.
In a statement, The Weeknd, whose real name is Abel Tesfaye, said, “We all grow up watching the world’s biggest acts playing the Super Bowl and one can only dream of being in that position. I’m humbled, honored and ecstatic to be the center of that infamous stage.”
Roc Nation Founder Jay-Z remarked, “The Weeknd has introduced a sound all his own. His soulful uniqueness has defined a new generation of greatness in music and artistry. This is an extraordinary moment in time and the Pepsi Super Bowl LV Halftime Show is going to be an extraordinary experience with an extraordinary performer.” Brian Rolapp, the NFL’s Chief Media & Business Officer said, “We are thrilled to have The Weeknd join us in Tampa Bay on the Pepsi Halftime Stage. Halftime show performances have a history of excellence and creativity and we look forward to seeing what he will bring to Super Bowl LV.” Roc Nation and Emmy-nominated producer Jesse Collins will serve as co-producers of the 2021 Pepsi Super Bowl Halftime Show. The game and halftime show will air live on CBS.
