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Even though the Philadelphia Eagles turned Super Bowl LIX into a one-sided affair, the event still attracted a record-breaking audience. According to Fox Sports, initial projections indicate an average of 126 million viewers tuned in across Fox, Fox Deportes, Tubi, Telemundo, and the NFL’s digital platforms.
Philadelphia Eagles defeated Kansas City Chiefs 40-22 denying them historic three peat.
New All-Time High for Super Bowl Viewership
The 126 million figure marks the highest-ever recorded viewership for a Super Bowl. Audience engagement peaked in the second quarter between 8:00 and 8:15 p.m. ET, when the game was still competitive, drawing an impressive 135.7 million viewers—the highest total of the night.
Streaming Viewership Reaches New Heights
In a significant boost to the NFL’s digital and streaming expansion, Super Bowl LIX recorded 14.5 million streaming viewers, setting another milestone. Tubi played a major role in this success, accounting for 13.6 million of those digital viewers.
More Detailed Reports to Follow
Additional viewership data is expected to be released on Tuesday, offering a more comprehensive breakdown of ratings across various platforms. Halftime Performer Who Raised Sudanese-Palestinian Flag avoid Charges.
A halftime show performer who held up a Sudanese-Palestinian flag during Kendrick Lamar’s performance will not face legal consequences, according to the New Orleans Police Department. However, the NFL has announced a lifetime ban from all its stadiums and events for the individual involved.
On-Stage Protest Draws Attention to Humanitarian Crises
The performer was part of Lamar’s 400-person halftime show cast and was dressed in the same black attire as other dancers. During the performance, they stood atop a car on stage and prominently displayed the combined flag of Sudan and Palestine. The flag had the words “Sudan” and “Gaza” written on it, accompanied by hearts—seemingly a call to highlight the ongoing humanitarian crises in both regions.
Security Intervention and NFL Response
After displaying the flag, the protestor jumped off the stage and ran across the field before being tackled by security personnel. They were promptly removed from the stadium. While they will not face criminal charges, the NFL’s decision to impose a lifetime ban underscores the league’s stance on unauthorized protests during its events.
Super Bowl LIX will be remembered not only for its record-breaking viewership but also for the unexpected moment of activism during its high-profile halftime show.
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