Street Interviews: What was the most memorable Super Bowl Halftime show?

By Angelina Padilla-Tompkins, Former Editor in Chief|February 20, 2023

DeKALB – The 57th Super Bowl was on Feb. 12, with the Kansas City Chiefs winning 38-35 against the Philadelphia Eagles. While football fanatics tune in for the games, many turn on their TV to watch the famous halftime show. This year was hosted by Apple Music with Rihanna performing a 13-minute setlist of her most iconic songs.

David Phan, a graduate staff assistant with Housing & Residential Services, at Holmes Student Center. (Angelina Padilla-Tompkins | Northern Star)

Kayce Fuentes, a graduate staff assistant with Housing & Residential Services, at Holmes Student Center. (Angelina Padilla-Tompkins | Northern Star)

Aniah Hodge, a sophomore majoring in Nursing, at the Holmes Student Center. (Angelina Padilla-Tompkins | Northern Star)

Opinion

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DeKalb needs more third-spaces

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Cartoon: Floral message

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