The Weeknd to Headline Pepsi Super Bowl LV Halftime Show!
This Thursday, Pepsi, the NFL, and Roc Nation announced who will be heading the Pepsi Super Bowl LV Halftime Show on CBS at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa Bay, Fla. on Sunday, Feb. 7, 2021. For next year, singer The Weeknd will be taking on the job to wow millions of sports fans and viewers.
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The Weeknd, who was named one of the most influential people of 2020 by Time Magazine, released a statement saying: “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 this year.”
Todd Kaplan, VP of Marketing, Pepsi, also said in a press release obtained by Fox News: “The Pepsi Super Bowl Halftime Show is one of the most anticipated performances of the year and we are thrilled to welcome The Weeknd to the stage. Pepsi has worked with some of music’s biggest artists over the years – from Prince to Lady Gaga, Beyoncé, Bruno Mars, and most recently Jennifer Lopez and Shakira. After a year that’s largely been void of live music, we can’t wait to watch The Weeknd transform the world’s biggest stage with his limitless talent and creativity, delivering what will most certainly be an unforgettable performance that will be remembered for years to come,” he added.
The NFL championship game is currently poised to be played Feb. 7 in Tampa, Fla.
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