BREAKING: Minnesota Vikings Owner Zygi Wilf Donates $7 Million to Turning Point USA for the “All-American Halftime Show” — A Defiant Response to Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl LX Performance
Posted October 15, 2025
In a move that’s sending shockwaves through both the sports and entertainment industries, Minnesota Vikings owner Zygi Wilf has pledged $7 million to Turning Point USA to fund its upcoming “All-American Halftime Show.”
The event, organized as a faith- and patriotism-centered alternative to the NFL’s official halftime production headlined by Bad Bunny, is set to take place during Super Bowl LX on February 8, 2026, at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California.
Turning Point USA – founded by the late Charlie Kirk and now led by his wife – announced the initiative earlier this month, positioning it as a celebration of “faith, family, and freedom” at a time when many Americans feel disconnected from mainstream entertainment.
A $7 Million Stand for Faith and Country
According to Turning Point officials, Wilf’s donation will cover production, artist performances, and nationwide broadcasting, ensuring that millions across America can tune in to the “All-American Halftime Show.” Sources close to Wilf describe the move not as political, but as deeply personal.
“This isn’t about taking sides,” Wilf reportedly said. “It’s about giving people something real – something rooted in faith, pride, and unity. The American stage should remind us of who we are, not divide us.”
Wilf, one of the most influential figures in professional football, has long spoken about his belief in God, country, and hard work. His support for the project, insiders say, reflects a growing frustration with what he views as “agenda-driven entertainment” taking center stage in American sports culture.
“Taking the Field Back from Pop Culture”
Turning Point USA describes the “All-American Halftime Show” as a “musical tribute to God and country,” featuring a mix of Christian, gospel, and country performers.
While Wilf will not perform, he is expected to make a live appearance as a host and symbolic figure of leadership, emphasizing the message that integrity, faith, and gratitude still belong at the heart of American life.
His personal motto for the event – “Faith, freedom, and unity taking the field back from pop culture” – has already gone viral across social media platforms, with supporters praising him for his courage to stand apart from the Hollywood mainstream.
Fans on X (formerly Twitter) have flooded the platform with support. One post that’s been widely shared reads:
“Zygi Wilf isn’t just building teams – he’s building a movement. $7 million to remind America what it stands for. That’s real leadership.”
Supporters Applaud – Critics Push Back
Supporters hail Wilf’s donation as a “refreshing act of patriotism,” praising him for promoting values that transcend politics. Many see his decision as a statement that sports and entertainment can still reflect moral conviction and cultural pride.
However, not everyone is on board. Critics argue that the “All-American Halftime Show” risks deepening cultural divides, framing it as a political stunt rather than a unifying celebration.
A spokesperson for Wilf dismissed those claims:
“Zygi isn’t trying to compete with Bad Bunny or the NFL. He’s creating space for something different – a halftime that uplifts instead of provokes.”
Turning Point USA echoed that sentiment, describing the event as an “opportunity to unite Americans around gratitude, courage, and belief.”
Spencer Rattler: Getting benched for Caleb Williams at Oklahoma was a blessing in disguise
In 2021, Spencer Rattler was in his third season at Oklahoma and was the Sooners’ starting quarterback. But in the middle of the season he was benched for true freshman Caleb Williams. At the time, it was disappointing. Now, Rattler is happy with how things worked out.
As Rattler plans to quarterback the Saints against Williams and the Bears on Sunday, he says he thinks the benching, which led him to transfer to South Carolina, was good for him.
“We all have our own paths and we’ve got to do our best with our own paths,” Rattler said. “It is what it is. The past is the past. We’re focused on the present and the future, but I would say, yeah, that definitely led me to South Carolina. It was a blessing in disguise that I got to play with the Gamecocks and develop there, get ready to the league after that.”
Williams also ended up transferring the next year, to USC, and their paths diverged from there. Asked what kind of relationship he has with Williams now, Rattler answered, “Cordial.”
“I’ll say what’s up to him at the game. I’ve got respect for him. Good player,” Rattler said.
But despite his respect for Williams, it would surely feel good for Rattler to beat him and the Bears on Sunday.
