Super Bowl LIX: A Recap of the Night's Highlights (February 9-10)
Super Bowl LIX, the climactic game of the American football championship, unfolded on the night of February 9-10, captivating audiences as one of the year's most-watched events. Here's a roundup of the key trailers, commercials, and performances that graced the broadcast.
Game Highlights:
The Philadelphia Eagles emerged victorious, decisively defeating the reigning champion Kansas City Chiefs with a final score of 40-22.
Kendrick Lamar's Halftime Show:
Rapper Kendrick Lamar delivered a powerful halftime performance, introduced by a Samuel L. Jackson portraying Uncle Sam. His setlist included hits like "Humble," "Squabble Up," and "Not Like Us" (a Grammy 2025 five-time award winner). Joining him on stage were singer SZA and tennis icon Serena Williams. The performance, particularly "Not Like Us" (a known diss track aimed at Drake), sparked significant social media buzz, interpreted by many as a final chapter in the rappers' long-standing feud. The stadium's collective chanting of "a minor" at the performance's conclusion further fueled this interpretation. Serena Williams' presence added another layer to the narrative, given her past relationship with Drake.
Movie Trailers and Teasers:
- Thunderbolts: A new trailer for the upcoming Marvel Studios film, slated for release on May 2nd.
- Formula 1: A brief teaser showcasing Brad Pitt as a former Formula 1 driver returning to the sport. The film's release date is June 25th.
- Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning: A 30-second teaser for the eighth installment of the iconic franchise, starring Tom Cruise. The global release begins May 23rd.
- Jurassic World: Reignition: A teaser introducing a new era for the Jurassic Park franchise, featuring Scarlett Johansson. The film will debut globally on July 2nd.
- The Smurfs: A full-length movie featuring Rihanna as Smurfette, alongside a star-studded voice cast including John Goodman, Nick Offerman, Natasha Lyonne, Amy Sedaris, and James Corden. Release date: July 18th.
- Novocaine: A teaser for the film starring Jack Quaid (The Boys), centering on a young man's quest to rescue his girlfriend from bank robbers. Release date: March 14th.
- How to Train Your Dragon: A teaser for the cinematic adaptation of Cressida Cowell's novel. Global release: June 13th.
- Lilo & Stitch: A promotional clip showing Stitch causing mayhem on a football field. The film's release date is May 23rd.
