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Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl LX halftime show was designed as a statement about love, unity, and humanity, but online speculation briefly shifted the focus. A young boy featured during the performance was incorrectly identified as Liam Ramos, a five-year-old detained by ICE, leading to widespread misinformation before being corrected. The moment highlights how quickly emotionally charged narratives can spread—especially when an artist is outspoken on political and social issues. While the claim was false, the reaction revealed a deeper truth: audiences are primed to read symbolism into pop culture, sometimes faster than facts can keep up. It also raises concerns about media responsibility in amplifying unverified claims and how viral moments can unintentionally overshadow an artist’s intended message.
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In viral cultural moments like the Super Bowl, who bears the greatest responsibility for stopping misinformation—artists, media outlets, or the audience?
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