Gracie Hunt has stepped directly into the halftime spotlight, and she’s making it clear where she stands. After Turning Point USA confirmed plans for an “All-American Halftime Show” to run opposite Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl LX performance, Hunt voiced full support for Erika Kirk’s effort to create an alternative stage.
Aug 9, 2025; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Kansas City Chiefs owner Gracie Hunt against the Arizona Cardinals during a preseason NFL game at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
Aug 9, 2025; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Kansas City Chiefs owner Gracie Hunt against the Arizona Cardinals during a preseason NFL game at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
The move comes after weeks of backlash toward the NFL’sselection of Bad Bunny. A petition calling for his replacement has surpassed 15,000 signatures, fueled partly by criticism tied to his past comments about ICE.
Turning Point USA quickly became one of the loudest voices opposing the choice. Their decision to produce their own show signaled that the debate wasn’t going away anytime soon.
Gracie Huntshared her perspective on Fox News, saying she respected Kirk for “creating a halftime show for America” and for offering young people a meaningful alternative. She praised Kirk’s leadership of young women and said Turning Point USA was giving audiences “something real to connect with.”
She also leaned into her family’s long-held philosophy about the Super Bowl. Hunt said her grandfather wanted the game to be something “families could enjoy together” and believed football should stay the core attraction.
She said the NFL focuses on the military, community efforts, and women in sports and argued that future halftime performers should reflect those values more closely.
Hunt didn’t shy away from naming names either. She said she’d be thrilled to see Jason Aldean take the halftime stage one day and mentioned that Taylor Swift would also be a strong fit.
She added that younger generations are showing a renewed interest in faith and purpose, pointing to what she described as a “resurgence” of students engaging in spiritual life on college campuses.
With Turning Point USA preparing its alternate broadcast and the NFL moving ahead with Bad Bunny as the official headliner, Hunt’s comments added another high-profile voice to a growing cultural tug-of-war surrounding Super Bowl LX.
Super Bowl spotlight shifts as Gracie Hunt supports TPUSA and Patriot-themed halftime
Away from Gracie Hunt’s interview, Turning Point USA has been actively shaping its own halftime production.
The group presented its “All American Halftime Show,” focusing on patriotism, faith, and traditional entertainment, setting it apart from the NFL’s selection..
Erika Kirk, now one of the most visible faces within the organization, became a central figure in that effort. Her role in building the show, along with her work mentoring young women, has earned her notable recognition.
Hunt emphasized that leadership, saying she admired how Kirk was “leading young women” and offering direction to “young Americans” seeking something deeper.
Turning Point’s show is expected to blend music, speakers, and cultural moments tied to its mission. Although details remain limited, the organization framed it as a response to what they see as a shift in NFL entertainment choices.
Their announcement drew national attention and set up a rare situation for the Super Bowl, with one broadcast backed by the league and another backed by a political nonprofit that has gained cultural influence.
With Gracie Hunt’s support publicly aligning the Chiefs’ most recognizable face with Turning Point USA’s production, the spotlight on this alternate halftime concept is unlikely to dim before Super Bowl weekend arrives.