All signs had been pointing towards Lady Gaga performing the halftime show of Super Bowl LI.
As of Thursday night, it’s no longer a rumor. Lady Gaga herself confirmed the news on Twitter.
It's not an illusion. The rumors are true. This year the SUPER BOWL goes GAGA! @nfl @FOXTV @pepsi #PERFECTILLUSION #GAGASUPERBOWL pic.twitter.com/qR4O57451G
— Lady Gaga (@ladygaga) September 30, 2016
This will mark the second straight year for Lady Gaga performing at the Super Bowl. Prior to Super Bowl 50 between the Carolina Panthers and Denver Broncos, Lady Gaga performed the national anthem.
Super Bowl LI will take place on February 5 at NRG Stadium in Houston.