Super Bowl halftime shows throughout history, from Madonna to the Rolling Stones

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Over the years, the Super Bowl halftime show has transformed from a basic display of marching bands to a dazzling entertainment spectacle with A-list stars.

Today, it's just as eagerly awaited as the game, promising iconic musicians, breathtaking performances, and surprises.

Let's take a nostalgic journey through the decades, revisiting some of the most memorable Super Bowl halftime shows that have left an indelible mark on history.

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It was announced in late September that Usher would be headlining Super Bowl LVIII.

Rihanna's comeback at the Super Bowl LVII halftime show became a historic moment, outshining all previous halftime performances with more than 121 million viewers. This performance marked her return to the stage after a five-year hiatus, and the moment was further enriched as she announced her pregnancy.

Rihanna performs during the Apple Music Super Bowl LVII Halftime Show at State Farm Stadium on Feb. 12, 2023 in Glendale, Arizona. (Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)

Jennifer Lopez took the world by storm alongside Shakira, J. Balvin and Bad Bunny with their Latin-themed Super Bowl halftime show performance in February 2020. (Getty Images)

At the 2022 Super Bowl LVI, the halftime show headlined by Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Eminem, Mary J. Blige and Kendrick Lamar earned accolades with five Creative Arts Emmy nominations.

The 2021 Super Bowl halftime show was headlined by The Weeknd. The performance took place at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida, on Feb. 7, 2021. 

Shakira and Jennifer Lopez performed at the Super Bowl LIV halftime at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami