WATCH: Super Bowl halftime performer speculation heats up

ABC News (US) · collected 2026-09-17 · by ABC News
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ESPN’s senior culture writer Justin Tinsley talks about the upcoming Super Bowl halftime show, sharing his own power rankings for potential performers. The article focuses on the speculation and criteria used in selecting artists for this year's event, which is scheduled for February 2027 based on the date provided.
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ESPN's Andscape senior culture writer Justin Tinsley recently discussed the process of selecting Super Bowl halftime show performers in a new segment. Tinsley presented his own "halftime power rankings," speculating on potential performers for the upcoming event. This speculation reflects growing interest as details about the performers begin to emerge, with the Super Bowl scheduled for February 2027. The discussion highlights the cultural significance and excitement surrounding the halftime show in American football's biggest annual spectacle.

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Super Bowl halftime performer speculation heats up ESPN's Andscape senior culture writer Justin Tinsley discusses his Super Bowl halftime power rankings and how performers are selected.
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Super Bowl halftime performer speculation heats up ESPN's Andscape senior culture writer Justin Tinsley discusses his Super Bowl halftime power rankings and how performers are selected. asserted
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