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"Performing on the iconic stage. see you
02/07/21," the singer posted on his Twitter account with the
logo for the game.
The Super Bowl, to be held on Feb. 7, 2021, in Tampa, Florida,
is the most watched television event of the year in the United
States, and the halftime show is one of the biggest honors in
the music business.
"We all grow up watching the world's biggest acts playing the
Super Bowl and one can only dream of being in that position. I'm
humbled, honored and ecstatic to be the center of that infamous
stage this year," The Weeknd said in a statement.
Earlier this year, Jennifer Lopez and Shakira took the honors in
a halftime show of girl power and Latina strength. Previous
performers have included Lady Gaga, Katy Perry, Prince and the
Rolling Stones.
The Weeknd, 30, began his recording career in 2010 and had hits
with R&B songs such as "Can't Feel My Face," "Heartless" and
"Blinding Lights." He has won three Grammy Awards and nine
Billboard music awards.
(Reporting by Jill Serjeant; Editing by Franklin Paul and
Jonathan Oatis)
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