LDT “Bad Bunny Responds to Critics With Powerful Message: “Being Puerto Rican Is Being American Too””

After a wave of online debate about his appearance in a major U.S. broadcast, Bad Bunny responded with a message that immediately resonated across the Latin community and beyond.

“Puerto Ricans are U.S. citizens. We’ve been part of the American story for generations. Our culture, our art, our music — it all belongs here.”

The statement quickly trended worldwide and sparked a larger conversation about representation, identity, and the way Puerto Rican artists are framed in mainstream media.

Commentators praised the singer for using his platform to call out misunderstanding while celebrating Puerto Rico’s unique cultural impact.

One journalist wrote:
“Bad Bunny didn’t just defend himself — he educated millions.”