Global superstar Bad Bunny has explained why the United States is missing from his new “Debí Tirar Más Fotos” world tour, revealing that concerns about Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raids played a major role in the decision. Speaking in an interview, the Puerto Rican artist stressed that he did not exclude the U.S. out of hate but because of fears for his fans’ safety.
Bad Bunny said he worried that ICE agents could target concertgoers outside his shows, especially Latino and immigrant communities. He admitted that the thought of fans facing detention or harassment simply for attending his concerts was unacceptable, leading him to focus on other regions instead.
Instead of a U.S. leg, Bad Bunny will perform a historic 30-show residency in Puerto Rico, giving American fans the option to travel there to see him live. He emphasized that Puerto Rico, though a U.S. territory, offered a safer environment without the same risks that concerned him on the mainland.
The tour, which begins in Santo Domingo in November, will span Latin America, Europe, Asia, and Australia, with multiple stops in major cities like Mexico City and Madrid. His decision to skip the continental United States is one of the boldest moves by a global artist of his stature, highlighting how political and social issues are influencing entertainment.
Bad Bunny has previously spoken out against ICE practices. Earlier this year, he shared footage of an alleged raid in Puerto Rico, criticizing the agency and expressing solidarity with immigrant families. By leaving the U.S. off his tour, he has turned that advocacy into action, making a statement that resonates with fans worldwide.