Jennifer Grey Names Dog After Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl

In a heartwarming post-Super Bowl update on February 9, 2026, Dirty Dancing star Jennifer Grey revealed that she was so moved by Bad Bunny’s halftime performance that she named her new puppy after him. Taking to Instagram, the 65-year-old actress introduced her followers to Benito, a name inspired by the singer's real name, Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio.

Grey described the performance—which fans dubbed the "#BenitoBowl"—as a "miraculous and soulful" experience that left her completely "shooketh."

A "Powerful Exaltation of Love"

Grey’s admiration for the Puerto Rican superstar isn't new, but his headline set at Super Bowl LX in Santa Clara solidified her fandom. She shared that she first became a fan of his work in 2022, but the 13-minute halftime spectacle provided a level of inspiration she didn't expect.

In her post, Grey praised the show's core message, calling it a "powerful exaltation of love, unity, and joy." She highlighted the performance’s closing moment, where a billboard displayed the phrase "The only thing more powerful than hate is love," as a particularly resonant message that she wanted to carry into her own home through her new canine companion.

The "BenitoBowl" Highlights

While the Seattle Seahawks defeated the New England Patriots on the field, the cultural conversation in the days following February 8 has been dominated by Bad Bunny’s set. Grey joined a chorus of A-list fans who celebrated the show’s vibrant celebration of Latin culture.

Key elements of the performance that garnered praise included:

• The Atmosphere: The field was transformed into a technicolor tribute to Puerto Rico, featuring stylized sugarcane fields and a lively "casita" party scene.

• Surprise Guests: Bad Bunny was joined by Lady Gaga for a salsa-infused version of "Die With a Smile," as well as Ricky Martin and Cardi B.

• The Impact: Despite political controversy surrounding his booking, the show reached over 130 million viewers and led to a 1,500% spike in searches for his upcoming tour.

Staying in the "Dance" Spirit

For Jennifer Grey, the connection to Bad Bunny’s artistry also feels like a nod to her own cinematic legacy. During a pre-game press conference, Bad Bunny remarked that people didn't need to learn Spanish to enjoy his show—they just needed to "learn to dance."

As the actress who brought "Baby" Houseman to life, Grey clearly took that message to heart. Her playful use of modern slang like "shooketh" and her public embrace of reggaeton culture have delighted fans of both the 1987 classic Dirty Dancing and the modern global superstar.

Source - https://entertainmentnow.com/dancing-with-the-stars/dirty-dancing-jennifer-grey-bad-bunny-superbowl/

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