Bad Bunny Faces Backlash for Sitting During Anthem, Superfan Responds

UPDATE: Bad Bunny is at the center of controversy after being criticized for sitting during “God Bless America” at Yankee Stadium on October 15, 2023. However, sports superfan Laurence Leavy, known as “Marlins Man,” is defending the artist, urging fans to rethink their outrage.

Leavy, who was seated next to Bad Bunny during the incident, expressed his frustration over the backlash. He told TMZ that Bad Bunny had every right to remain seated, emphasizing that it is not against any rules. “Honestly, the world’s got way bigger problems than this,” he stated, underlining the need for perspective.

Witnesses assumed Bad Bunny was avoiding the anthem when he sat down, with speculation swirling about his motives. Leavy mentioned that he even encouraged Bad Bunny to stand during the performance, but the rapper’s camp had their own reasons for his behavior. According to Leavy, Bad Bunny was glued to his phone and arrived late, which may have contributed to the misunderstanding.

“It looked more like bad timing than some kind of major political statement,” Leavy clarified, noting that Bad Bunny’s appearance in disguise next to him—a man dressed in bright orange—only added to the confusion.

The optics of the situation have been challenging for Bad Bunny, but Leavy insists that the incident should not have escalated into a scandal. “At the end of the day, this was just bad luck for Bunny,” he added. “It never should’ve blown up the way it did.”

The controversy has sparked discussions among fans and observers regarding celebrity behavior at sporting events, especially during national anthems. As tensions rise, many are questioning the expectations placed on public figures in such settings.

For now, the focus remains on the immediate fallout from this incident. Can a mistake during a live event lead to a reconsideration of how we judge public figures? With discussions around cultural sensitivity and personal choice at an all-time high, this situation continues to unfold.

Stay tuned for further updates on this developing story and how it impacts Bad Bunny’s public image in the wake of growing scrutiny.