Burna Boy Shines at NFL's First Paris Game Halftime
On October 25, 2026, Burna Boy headlined the NFL's inaugural regular-season game in Paris, held at Stade de France, where the Pittsburgh Steelers faced the New Orleans Saints. The Grammy-winning artist delivered an energetic halftime show featuring popular tracks such as 'Ye', 'On The Low', and 'Last Last'.
He was joined on stage by French singer Yseult, enhancing the cultural significance of the event. Burna Boy expressed his excitement for the performance, recalling a previous appearance at the same venue.
His selection for this halftime show followed Ayra Starr's historic performance as the first act to headline an NFL halftime show, indicating a growing visibility for African music in American sports. Burna Boy has previously performed at major events, including the NBA All-Star Game and the FIFA World Cup halftime show.
He has released eight studio albums and holds the record for the most Grammy nominations by a Nigerian artist, with 13 nominations and a win for Best Global Music Album in 2021.
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