Usher Supports Metallica’s Super Bowl Halftime Show Bid

Usher has expressed his support for Metallica to headline the 2026 Super Bowl Halftime Show. The iconic metal band, which has a significant connection to the San Francisco Bay Area, recently made public its interest in performing at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara next year. In an interview with Howard Stern, Metallica’s drummer, Lars Ulrich, declared that the opportunity would be a ‘dream come true,’ especially as they would perform in their hometown. Ulrich also mentioned that the band’s participation wasn’t a decision they could make alone. Usher, who headlined the Halftime Show in 2024, was asked by TMZ who he would like to see on stage in 2026 and without hesitation responded, ‘Metallica.’ The endorsement from Usher comes as Metallica prepares for a European stadium tour in 2026, including stops in Dublin, Glasgow, Cardiff, and London. This news follows other speculations surrounding potential performers for the Super Bowl, with Taylor Swift being a favorite. NFL officials, including commissioner Roger Goodell, are waiting for the final decision on performers, which typically occurs in the fall before the event. While Metallica’s candidacy grows, fans of heavy metal and football are eagerly awaiting the official announcement.