The Backstreet Boys are officially setting their sights on one of the biggest stages in entertainment: the Super Bowl Halftime Show in 2027. More than 25 years after they turned down the opportunity to headline, the iconic pop group is ready for what they see as a full-circle moment.
Comprised of **Backstreet Boys** members AJ McLean, Nick Carter, Howie Dorough, Brian Littrell, and Kevin Richardson, the group is currently electrifying audiences during their Las Vegas residency. Yet despite their continued success, they’ve made it clear that their ultimate dream is to headline the Super Bowl halftime stage — this time on their own terms.
AJ McLean has even taken the campaign directly to fans, launching an online petition to rally support for their 2027 bid. For AJ and Kevin Richardson, the possibility of performing in Los Angeles would make the moment even more meaningful, given the city’s deep connection to their career and personal history.
Nick Carter has described their vision as a massive “pop explosion,” celebrating the golden era of late-1990s and early-2000s music. The group has floated the idea of bringing out fellow pop powerhouses such as **Britney Spears**, **NSYNC**, and **98 Degrees** for surprise collaborations — a nostalgic spectacle designed to unite generations of fans.
The Backstreet Boys were previously part of Super Bowl festivities in 2001, choosing to perform the national anthem instead of headlining the halftime show. Looking back, they admit they would embrace the opportunity differently today. With the halftime show’s global audience reaching hundreds of millions, the group envisions a high-energy production packed with dazzling visuals, intricate choreography, and even aerial elements soaring above the stadium.
For the Backstreet Boys, 2027 isn’t just another performance — it’s a chance to rewrite history on football’s biggest night.
