Bad Bunny wraps tour, brings joy home to Puerto Rico

NPR | By Adrian Florido

Published August 24, 2026 at 5:27 PM EDT

After a global tour, Puerto Rican superstar Bad Bunny returned home for two final concerts this weekend. He urged residents to continue fighting for improvements on the island.

Adrian Florido

Adrian Florido is a national correspondent for NPR covering race and identity in America.

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