Why is Ayra Starr trending today?
Ayra Starr is trending because she is the first African and Nigerian artist to headline an NFL halftime show [1, 2]. She is performing today, October 11, at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium during the game between the Philadelphia Eagles and the Jacksonville Jaguars [2].
What happened
- August 2026
Ayra Starr releases her new studio album, Starrgirl [1]
- 11 Oct, 15:00 BST
Starr performs the halftime show for the NFL London game [2]
What you need to know
She is the first African woman to win the Mobo Award for best international act [1].
She is the first Nigerian woman to reach over one billion views on YouTube [1].
Her performance includes songs from her August album, Starrgirl [1].
The event takes place at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London [1, 2].
The specific setlist for the performance beyond the inclusion of songs from her new album has not been disclosed [1].
Background
Ayra Starr is a 24-year-old Afrobeats singer-songwriter from Nigeria [1, 2]. Before her music career, she studied international relations and political sciences, which she says influences her advocacy for equality and children's rights [1]. Afrobeats is a music genre from West Africa that has seen significant global growth recently [1]. Starr is one of the leading figures of the genre, alongside other artists such as Burna Boy and Wizkid [1].
Questions people ask
Which NFL teams are playing during her performance?
The Philadelphia Eagles are playing against the Jacksonville Jaguars [1, 2].
Where can people watch the performance?
The game is broadcast on NFL Network and available via streaming services like ESPN Unlimited, NFL+, Fubo, and Hulu + Live TV [2, 3].
Where this came from
[1] bbc.co.uk
Afrobeats singer Ayra Starr on making history at her NFL half-time show
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[2] billboard.com
NFL London Game Halftime Show 2026: Here's Where to Watch Perform Ayra Starr Live Online Free
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[3] marca.com
Who will perform at the Eagles vs. Jaguars halftime show in London?
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