Netflix Announces Special Performers for Christmas Day Game

Netflix has revealed new performers set to appear during its highly anticipated NFL Christmas Day broadcast, confirming that the singing voices behind HUNTR/X and Grammy-winning country star Lainey Wilson will take part in the halftime show during the Minnesota Vikings vs. Detroit Lions game. 

The announcement adds another layer of excitement to “Snoop’s Holiday Halftime Party,” which will stream live on Dec. 25.

The streaming giant shared the news through a promotional post, spotlighting the artists who will join the celebration at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis. While Snoop Dogg remains the headliner, the focus this time is on the additional acts who will help shape the holiday mood for football fans watching around the world.

The Lions-Vikings matchup is scheduled to begin at 4:30 p.m. ET and will be part of Netflix’s Christmas Day NFL doubleheader. The halftime show is expected to air shortly after the second quarter, blending live football with music designed for a global audience tuning in from home.

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One of the most notable additions to the halftime lineup is HUNTR/X, the fictional girl group from Netflix’s hit animated filmKPop Demon Hunters. The live performance will feature the singing voices behind the characters — EJAE, Audrey Nuna and Rei Ami.

Joining HUNTR/X is Lainey Wilson, the Grammy Award–winning country singer known for her down-to-earth style and wide appeal. Her inclusion brings a different sound to the halftime show, balancing pop influences with country roots.

Wilson’s appearance follows a trend Netflix began last year, when the platform mixed genres during its first NFL Christmas broadcast. While specific song choices have not been announced, Wilson’s performance is expected to fit the holiday theme and the large stadium setting.

Netflix has hinted that additional surprise guests may still appear, but the streamer has kept those details under wraps. Snoop Dogg himself teased the mystery in a statement, saying viewers would need to wait until Christmas Day to see who else joins him.

Beyond the halftime show, Netflix’s Christmas NFL coverage will begin earlier in the day with the Dallas Cowboys vs. Washington Commanders game, followed by the Lions-Vikings matchup. The company has emphasized that its goal is to turn Christmas Day into a full entertainment experience, not just a sports event.

With kickoff approaching, all eyes will be on how HUNTR/X and Lainey Wilson help shape what Netflix hopes will be another memorable Christmas Day moment.

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