In the middle of a packed touring schedule and a whirlwind awards season, Sabrina Carpenter has once again found herself at the center of the internet’s attention. This time, thanks to a playful TikTok moment that quietly celebrated two of Latin culture’s biggest icons, Lionel Messi and Bad Bunny.
While touring Latin America in March 2026, Carpenter posted a short TikTok clip that quickly spread across social media. In the video, the pop star dances to Bad Bunny’s hit song ‘Tití Me Preguntó’ while wearing Argentina’s iconic blue-and-white No. 10 jersey, famously associated with Messi.
The clip was filmed during her time in Buenos Aires for Lollapalooza Argentina, which took place March 13–15. The timing was perfect, Carpenter had just performed at the festival as part of her Latin American tour, and fans immediately interpreted the outfit as a nod to the country’s most beloved athlete.
Within hours, the video was circulating widely on TikTok, X (formerly Twitter), and Threads. Many fans praised the gesture as a savvy cultural shout-out, calling it a tribute to Argentina’s football “GOAT.”
© Sabrina CarpenterFueling the Bad Bunny conversation:
The song choice also didn’t go unnoticed. Using a Bad Bunny track came just weeks after a viral moment involving Carpenter and the Puerto Rican superstar at the 2026 Grammys.
At the 68th Annual Grammy Awards in Los Angeles, Bad Bunny made history when his album ‘Debí Tirar Más Fotos’ won Album of the Year, making him the first Latin artist to take home the ceremony’s top prize.
© John ShearerAs cameras panned across the crowd during the announcement, Carpenter, wearing a sparkly silver gown, was briefly shown reacting to the moment. The clip quickly circulated online, with fans debating what her expression meant.
Some viewers saw admiration for the artist’s achievement, while others joked about the moment. One viral comment read, “And she’s so real bc I would too.” Others pushed back against the speculation, insisting her expression was simply neutral.
© John ShearerThe conversation didn’t end there. Fans later noticed that Carpenter had “liked” Bad Bunny’s Instagram post celebrating his win, another detail that kept the internet chatter going.
When her TikTok video later appeared using his music, commenters immediately connected the dots. “not the bad bunny audio after THAT grammys look,” one user wrote, while another added, “using a bad bunny sound after the grammys moment is WILD.” For many fans, it felt like Carpenter was playfully fueling the rumor mill.
A longstanding love for Latin audiences:
Carpenter’s nod to Messi in 2026 wasn’t the first time she’s embraced Latin American culture on stage.
© Marcelo Endelli/TAS23Back in November 2023, the singer was opening for Taylor Swift during the Latin American leg of the ‘The Eras Tour.’ During a performance in Buenos Aires, Carpenter delivered a special shout-out to Messi while performing one of her songs with a customized outro.
Fans erupted when she sang, “When I’m in the bedroom I feel sexy,” she started, “He’s having a ball he call me Messi. Argentina, will you be my bestie?”
© Marcelo Endelli/TAS23The moment instantly delighted the crowd and quickly spread online among both Swifties and soccer fans. Her Latin American shows have often included similar gestures. Earlier that year in Mexico City, Carpenter surprised the audience by referencing local fans and performing ‘Dreaming of You’ by Selena Quintanilla during a concert at Foro Sol.
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