Bad Bunnys record-breaking Puerto Rican residency has ended with a shocking revelationhe was reportedly targeted with a credible death threat during the string of shows.
Independent journalist and former Telemundo reporter Jay Fonseca claimed that someone made an online threat against the global superstar. According to Fonseca, the individual responsible was identified and allegedly armed, prompting federal authorities to take the situation seriously.
The FBI and other officials were said to be present during the residency, though its not clear if they remained in place throughout the entire run. It also remains uncertain when exactly the threat was made, or if the person behind it has been arrested.
TMZ reached out to both local authorities and the FBI in San Juan. Officials declined to comment, but the FBI directed inquiries to the United States Attorneys Office in Puerto Rico. As of now, no official response has been provided.
Bad Bunnys Puerto Rican residency stretched across 31 shows from mid-July through September 20. While the concerts pulled in massive crowds and celebrity appearancesincluding Jon Hamm and Becky G dancing in the audiencethe revelation of a death threat casts a dark shadow over what was otherwise a landmark run.
The controversy also ties back to Bad Bunnys past comments about refusing to perform in the U.S. under the Trump Administration, saying he feared immigration authorities would unfairly target concertgoers.
For now, the worlds eyes are on what comes next for the reggaeton megastar, as fans process the disturbing news that his safety may have been in jeopardy.
Do you think authorities are doing enough to protect high-profile artists like Bad Bunny when threats like this surface? Share your thoughts in the comments below.
