Rihanna Confirmed for Super Bowl Halftime Show

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Rihanna will perform at the Apple Music Super Bowl Halftime Show at Super Bowl LVII on Sunday, February 12, 2023, in Glendale, Arizona.

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In a statement issued on Sunday, Apple Music, the NFL, and Roc Nation also formally acknowledged the singer's participation.

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On her Instagram, Diamond Rihanna posted a photo of a football with an NFL logo.

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“A person born on the small island of Barbados who became one of the most prominent artists ever. Self-made in business and entertainment.”

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"Rihanna is an incredible recording artist who is a favorite for many millions of Apple Music customers around the world," said Oliver Schusser, Apple's vice president of Apple Music and Beats.

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"We're excited to partner with Rihanna, Roc Nation and the NFL to bring music and sports fans a momentous show — what an incredible artist for the inaugural Apple Music Super Bowl Halftime Show."

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The NFL's longtime partner Pepsi will no longer be a sponsor of the halftime show this year as Apple Music will take its place.

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