Adele has emerged as a leading contender to headline the 2026 Super Bowl Halftime Show. Insiders confirmed that talks are well underway, though no official deal has been signed yet.
The British superstar is reportedly the NFL’s current favourite, with key decisions expected from Jay-Z’s Roc Nation and league organisers soon.
ADELE’S HISTORY WITH THE SUPER BOWL
The show is set for Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California, in February 2026. It attracts millions of viewers worldwide.
Adele has a history with the Super Bowl. She previously told fans in Los Angeles, “First of all, I’m not doing the Super Bowl. I mean, that show is not about music. I can’t dance or anything like that.
They were very kind, they did ask me, but I did say no.” Still, circumstances seem different now, according to Music Times.
ADELE’S SUPPORT FOR LIVE MUSIC
Adele attended last year’s game and joked to her Vegas crowd, “I didn’t go for the football.”. I went just for Rihanna.”
Adele has actively supported music-centred shows and recently defended Taylor Swift‘s attendance at NFL games. “For all of you complaining about Taylor being at the game, get a life. That’s her boyfriend!”
OTHER SUPER BOWL CONTENDERS
Competition for the slot remains fierce. Taylor Swift and Miley Cyrus are reportedly on the shortlist, but Adele’s star power keeps her firmly in the mix, according to Page Six.
There’s significant financial reward in the exposure: previous performances have boosted streaming and album sales for headline artists globally.
ADELE’S AUTOBIOGRAPHY
In related news, Adele recently secured a multi-million pound (approximately R43 million) deal for her first autobiography.
The book will cover Adele’s journey from her rise to fame and her London roots to her private life and experiences with motherhood.
Fans can also anticipate possible new music and a return to live touring, which could see the star perform in major international markets, including South Africa.