BREAKING: New England Patriots Owner Robert Kraft 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, New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft 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, Kraft’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 Kraft describe the move not as political, but as deeply personal.
“This isn’t about taking sides,” Kraft 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.”
Kraft, 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 Kraft 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:
“Robert Kraft 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 Kraft’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 Kraft dismissed those claims:
“Robert 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.”
Former Texans QB Deshaun Watson Gets Clear Message From Browns Owner
Former Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson’s chances of playing this season may have just taken another significant hit following recent remarks from Cleveland Browns ownership.
Watson is in his fourth season with the Browns. His tenure has been marred by injuries and ineffectiveness so far.
However, any hopes Watson had of changing the latter part of that narrative are grim.
Ex-Texans QB Deshaun Watson Receives Clear Message From Browns Owner
Watson, 30, has thrown for 3,365 yards, 19 touchdowns, and 12 interceptions on 61.2% completion in 19 starts for the Browns, who are 9-10 with the former Texans first-round draft pick (No. 12 overall in 2017) under center.
The Athletic’s Dianna Russini relayed a conversation held with Browns owner Jimmy Haslam at the fall owners meetings in New York.
Haslam did not mention Watson by name, but lamented their situation with the polarizing QB.
“Kevin [Stefanski]’s done a really good job with us, and we’ve had some tough breaks,” Haslam said, per Russini on October 25. “A big trade we made didn’t work out, and you know, we’re all suffering from that. Kevin, I thought, really did a great job of rallying the troops last week at a really critical time. You find out about leaders when things are bad, not when they’re good, and he did a good job last week.”
Haslam has previously and publicly lamented the trade he once tried to separate himself from.
“We took a big swing-and-miss with Deshaun,” Haslam at the league’s annual meeting in March, per ESPN’s Daniel Oyefusi. “We thought we had the quarterback; we didn’t. And we gave up a lot of draft picks to get him, so we’ve got to dig ourselves out of that hole.
“[The trade] was an entire organization decision and it ends with Dee [Haslam] and I, so hold us accountable.”
Meanwhile, Watson has drawn strong reviews from one of his coaches since his Texans exit.
Browns QB Coach Raves About Deshaun Watson
Browns quarterback coach Bill Musgrave lauded Watson, emphasizing how diligently the three-time Texans Pro Bowler has worked behind the scenes as he recovers from a torn Achilles tendon.
“Well, he’s working hard. He’s out there working behind the scenes. I see him in the weight room all the time doing box jumps and doing all the exercises and things that they put him through for his Achilles. And then, he’s out throwing some passes. I know at times when we’re meeting or when we’re doing other stuff during the afternoon, he seems like he’s working like crazy,” Musgrave told reporters on October 24.
“Well, he’s definitely been through a lot, and I know he wants to play a lot of football again. He feels like he’s got a lot of tread left on his tire.”
Musgrave also praised Watson’s impact on Browns rookie starter Dillon Gabriel.
“I like when those two I like when those two birds converse; I like when they’re talking over there, and I try to take myself out of the equation. I don’t need to be there hovering all over him.
They spoke a lot during the game, in fact, the other day against Miami on the sideline,” Musgrave said.
“Deshaun went on the trip with us down to Charlotte to get his Achilles looked at. But otherwise, he hasn’t been on the road, and we miss him on the road. It’s great to have his presence on the sideline for our young group.”
Watson is signed through 2026 on a full-guaranteed five-year, $230 million contract that he signed with the Browns following his trade from the Texans.
