NBA player Devin Booker reignited tension with Grammy-winning artist Bad Bunny after he admitted he did not watch the singer’s recent Super Bowl halftime performance. This exchange adds fuel to their ongoing rivalry, which is partly rooted in their past relationships with supermodel Kendall Jenner. Booker’s refusal to watch the halftime show was revealed during the NBA All-Star event, where he was asked about his experience performing alongside Bad Bunny.
Previous Exchanges Reflect Ongoing Rivalry
The tension between Booker and Bad Bunny first surfaced in the lyrics of Bad Bunny’s track “Coco Chanel,” featuring rapper Eladio Carrion. The song includes the line:
“I’m not bad baby, that’s a gimmick / But the Puerto Rico sun is warmer than the one in Phoenix.”
Booker, who plays for the Phoenix Suns, fired back with a pointed comment stating,
“He’s (Bad Bunny) worried about another man again.”
This marked a public confrontation linked to their personal histories with Jenner.
Booker’s Admission on Super Bowl Performance
During a media interaction at the NBA All-Star game, Booker was directly asked how it felt to be part of Bad Bunny’s halftime show. Quick to clarify his background, Booker noted that he is Mexican and admitted,
“I didn’t watch it to be completely honest.”
His dismissive remark toward Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl headline moment intensified the feud, especially given their shared history.
Romantic Connections with Kendall Jenner
Both Devin Booker and Bad Bunny have had on-and-off relationships with Kendall Jenner, adding complexity to their rivalry. Booker’s relationship with Jenner spanned intermittently between 2020 and 2022, with their most recent separation occurring quietly in 2023. Meanwhile, Jenner and Bad Bunny dated earlier in 2023, rekindled briefly in 2024, and then parted ways again. These overlapping romantic links have contributed to the public and media interest surrounding their interactions.
Social Media Sparks Further Speculation
Jenner’s recent flirtatious Instagram exchanges with Booker have revived curiosity about their relationship status. Booker tagged Jenner in a playful comment after her Super Bowl commercial, writing:
“I bet a million the Seahawks get that ring before you do.”
Jenner responded with a cheeky reply about an injury, prompting Booker to quip back, “come rub it.” The public banter fueled speculation that their romantic chemistry might not be entirely over, drawing fans into the unfolding drama.
Background on Jenner and Bad Bunny’s Relationship
Jenner and Bad Bunny’s romantic involvement began in early 2023, with the couple confirming their relationship following public appearances. Despite maintaining relative privacy, fans speculated about a breakup when Jenner posted cryptic messages and celebrated a birthday without the artist. By the end of 2023, multiple reports confirmed their separation.
Reasons Behind Jenner and Bad Bunny’s Split
Insider sources revealed that Jenner was initially hopeful about a long-term future with Bad Bunny, describing him as “the complete package” due to his confidence and good rapport with her circle of friends. However, the couple’s demanding schedules and mutual recognition of their youth led to an amicable split. One insider told Entertainment Tonight,
“They have crazy busy schedules and know they’re still young and have a lot more to experience individually before settling down.”
Implications of the Feud and What Lies Ahead
The ongoing friction between Devin Booker and Bad Bunny highlights the challenges celebrities face when personal and professional lives collide under media scrutiny. Their public exchanges, combined with Jenner’s recent social media interactions with Booker, suggest that the saga surrounding these high-profile figures is far from resolved. As both continue their careers in sports and music respectively, fans will likely watch closely for any further developments in this complicated triangle.
