Former YouTuber turned boxer Jake Paul is facing criticism for what he said about Bad Bunny.
Paul, who has lived in Puerto Rico, called out the NFL's Super Bowl 60 halftime show performer ahead of his show. Paul accused Bad Bunny of being a "fake American." Paul made it clear that he would not be watching the show.
“Turn off this halftime. A fake American citizen performing who publicly hates America. I cannot support that.”
U.S. President Donald Trump seemingly agreed, ripping the show.
"The Super Bowl Halftime Show is absolutely terrible, one of the worst, EVER! It makes no sense, is an affront to the Greatness of America, and doesn’t represent our standards of Success, Creativity, or Excellence. Nobody understands a word this guy is saying, and the dancing is disgusting, especially for young children that are watching from throughout the U.S.A., and all over the World. This 'Show' is just a 'slap in the face' to our Country, which is setting new standards and records every single day — including the Best Stock Market and 401(k)s in History! There is nothing inspirational about this mess of a Halftime Show and watch, it will get great reviews from the Fake News Media, because they haven’t got a clue of what is going on in the REAL WORLD — And, by the way, the NFL should immediately replace its ridiculous new Kickoff Rule," he said.
But not everyone agrees.
Seven-weight world champion Amanda Serrano called out Paul for his comments on Bad Bunny.
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Serrano called out Paul on social media
“I am proud to be Puerto Rican, and I am proud to be an American citizen," she wrote on social media.
“Puerto Ricans are not ‘fake Americans.’ We are citizens who have contributed to this country in every field, from military service to sports, business, science, and the arts, and our identity and citizenship deserve respect.
“I would not have the opportunities I have without the support and belief that Most Valuable Promotions and Jake Paul showed in me, and I will always be grateful for the role they have played in helping change my life and in elevating women’s boxing.
“At the same time, I want to be clear: I do not agree with statements that question the legitimacy or identity of Puerto Rican people, and I cannot support that characterisation. It is wrong.”
Puerto Rico is governed by the U.S., and their residents are U.S. citizens, but they do not vote in presidential elections.