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NFL Apologizes Over Super Bowl Half Time Show Snub After Kendrick Performance Slammed

NFL’s apology after shocking Kendrick Super Bowl performance exposed.

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Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl performance failed to win over the majority of viewers.

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Kendrick’s Super Bowl performance detailed.

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Starting atop a car at the Superdome, Lamar delivered his set with his signature intensity.

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He even took a jab at Drake, referencing their ongoing feud during the performance.

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Despite the hype, the show fell flat for many, leading to a wave of criticism online.

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Lamar’s performance received mixed reviews.

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Critics were quick to label it as “underwhelming,” with some even dubbing it “the worst halftime show ever.”

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The performance featured Lamar’s controversial diss track aimed at Drake, which only added fuel to the fire.

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Fans took to social media to voice their displeasure, expressing their disappointment in no uncertain terms.

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Some fans felt that the NFL missed an opportunity by not featuring Lil Wayne.

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Given his connection to New Orleans, many believed he would have been the perfect choice.

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Lil Wayne’s absence at Super Bowl clarified.

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Lil Wayne, the iconic rapper from New Orleans, was notably absent from this year’s Super Bowl halftime show in his hometown.

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Instead, the NFL selected Kendrick Lamar, a decision that left many fans scratching their heads.

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The choice was particularly surprising given Wayne’s deep ties to the Big Easy.

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Born and raised in New Orleans, Lil Wayne has long been a proud ambassador for the city’s rich musical heritage.

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His tracks often pay homage to his roots, making him a natural fit for the Super Bowl stage in his backyard.

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However, the NFL had other plans, opting for Lamar to headline the coveted halftime slot.

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Lil Wayne’s reaction to NFL snub clarified.

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Wayne has been a regular on the NFL’s Sunday pregame show, “NFL GameDay Morning,” showcasing his passion for the sport.

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Despite this, he was overlooked for the halftime performance, a snub that reportedly hit him hard.

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Bayless, a close friend of Wayne, revealed that the rapper was deeply affected by the decision.

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“When the news first broke, it hit Wayne hard,” Bayless shared on his YouTube show.

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“He didn’t feel like doing much of anything for several long days and nights. He’s better now.”

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Lil Wayne himself addressed the situation during an Instagram Live session.

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He admitted to being unprepared for the letdown and expressed his profound disappointment.

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“I thought there was nothing better than that spot, that stage, that platform, in my city. So it hurt, it hurt a whole lot,” Wayne confessed.

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The rapper’s candid admission resonated with many of his fans, who shared in his disappointment.

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NFL’s apology to Lil Wayne explained.

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Amidst the backlash, sports commentator Skip Bayless shed light on an interesting development.

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According to Bayless, the NFL had sent Lil Wayne a letter of apology back in September.

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The letter, though not from any individual, was on official NFL letterhead.

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It thanked Wayne for his unwavering support of the league and acknowledged his contributions.

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The NFL’s apology, while acknowledged, did little to quell the disappointment.

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The debate on the NFL’s decision rages on.

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As the dust settles, fans continue to debate the league’s decision and its implications.

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Only time will tell if the NFL will make amends in future halftime show selections.

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