# Jay-Z picks himself for Super Bowl LXI halftime show

> Jay-Z confirms he'll perform at Super Bowl LXI after NFL's 2024 contract renewal.
- Title: Jay-Z picks himself for Super Bowl LXI halftime show
- Summary: Jay-Z confirms he'll perform at Super Bowl LXI after NFL's 2024 contract renewal. Jay-Z selected himself to host Super Bowl LXI halftime show following NFL's…
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- Source: NBC Sports — https://nbcsports.com/nfl/profootballtalk/rumor-mill/news/report-jay-z-selects-jay-z-to-do-super-bowl-lxi-halftime-show
- Published: 2026-10-21T01:36:32.586+00:00
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- Topics: jay z, super bowl lxi, nfl, halftime show, super bowl, sports
## Super Bowl LXI halftime show
The NFL announced Jay-Z as the halftime performer for Super Bowl LXI after his 2024 contract renewal.
## Jay-Z selected himself
Jay-Z confirmed he would perform at Super Bowl LXI after being considered with Justin Bieber and Miley Cyrus.
## NFL contract renewal
The NFL hired Jay-Z in 2019 with a 2024 renewal that pays $5 million annually.
## Possible announcement timing
Jay-Z may announce his performance this weekend at SoFi Stadium, the Super Bowl venue.
## Key takeaway

Jay-Z selected himself to host Super Bowl LXI halftime show following NFL's 2024 contract renewal.