The NFL, Roc Nation, and Apple Music have officially announced that Mariah Carey will headline the 2026 Super Bowl Halftime Show, marking a historic first for the “Songbird Supreme.”
Super Bowl LX, set for February 8, 2026, at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California, will see Carey take center stage for one of the most-watched musical events in the world. Known for her unmatched five-octave vocal range and timeless hits like Hero, Fantasy, We Belong Together, and All I Want for Christmas Is You, Carey’s set is already being billed as a “career-spanning spectacle.”
A Legendary Career Moment
Mariah Carey has sold over 200 million records worldwide, earned five Grammy Awards, and holds the record for the most Billboard Hot 100 No. 1 singles by a solo artist (19 in total). Despite decades of superstardom, the 2026 Halftime Show will be her first time headlining the Super Bowl stage.
“Mariah is an icon whose music has defined generations,” said Seth Dudowsky, NFL Head of Music. “We can’t wait to see how she brings her voice, creativity, and vision to the world’s biggest stage.”
Apple Music Partnership
The Halftime Show will once again be sponsored by Apple Music, following viral performances in recent years from Usher, Rihanna, and Dr. Dre & Friends. Fans can expect exclusive behind-the-scenes content, interviews, and a curated Mariah Carey playlist on Apple Music ahead of the event.
Fan Reactions
Within minutes of the announcement, social media exploded with excitement. “The vocals are about to be INSANE,” one fan tweeted. Another wrote, “Mariah at the Super Bowl?! Christmas came early.”
With one of the most powerful catalogs in music history, speculation is already swirling about which songs Carey will perform — and if there will be surprise guests joining her on stage.
One thing is certain: February 8, 2026, will be a night of pure Mariah magic.
