Early Life and Education of Bad Bunny: A Complete Timeline

An overview of the childhood and early education of Bad Bunny, highlighting the experiences that shaped the journey.

Bad Bunny, born Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio, is a highly influential Puerto Rican artist known as the "King of Latin Trap." As a rapper, singer, songwriter, actor, record producer, and even professional wrestler, he has significantly contributed to the mainstream popularity of Spanish-language rap globally. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest Latin rappers in history.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

2017: Meeting Gabriela Berlingeri

In 2017, Bad Bunny met jewelry designer Gabriela Berlingeri at a restaurant after a Zion & Lennox concert, leading to professional collaboration and later a romantic relationship.

2017: Political Statement at Somos Live! Telethon

In 2017, during the Somos Live! Telethon for hurricane relief in Puerto Rico, Mexico, and the Caribbean, Bad Bunny wore a shirt criticizing then-President Donald Trump with the message: "¿Eres Twitero o Presidente?"

2018: Establishment of Good Bunny Foundation

In 2018, Bad Bunny established the Good Bunny Foundation (Fundación el Buen Conejo), focusing on youth empowerment, cultural preservation, and community development in Puerto Rico.

2018: Inauguration of Bonita Tradición

Since 2018, Bad Bunny has hosted the annual Bonita Tradición event where tens of thousands of toys, musical instruments, sports gear, and art supplies have been distributed to youth in Puerto Rico, and hosts cultural events for underprivileged children in Puerto Rico.

July 22, 2019: Protest against Ricardo Rosselló

On July 22, 2019, Bad Bunny joined artists and over half a million Puerto Ricans to protest against government corruption and demand Ricardo Rosselló's resignation as Governor of Puerto Rico.

2019: Donation for Puerto Rican Baseball Fields

In 2019, Bad Bunny partnered with Marc Anthony to donate $1.6 million to rebuild Puerto Rican baseball fields destroyed by Hurricanes Irma and María.

2019: Nomination for Telemundo's Humanitarian Award

In 2019, Bad Bunny was nominated for Telemundo's inaugural Premios Tu Música Urbano in the category of "Humanitarian Award of the Year."

May 2020: Initial Position on Puerto Rican Statehood

In May 2020, Bad Bunny initially deferred taking a firm position on the Puerto Rican statehood movement, promising a clarified answer later.

2020: Protest against Alexa Negrón Luciano's murder

In 2020, Bad Bunny used his appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon to protest the killing of Alexa Negrón Luciano, a transgender woman from Puerto Rico, by wearing a shirt with the message "Mataron a Alexa, no a un hombre con falda."

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2020: Views on Sexuality

In a 2020 interview with the Los Angeles Times, Bad Bunny stated he views his own sexuality as fluid, expressing uncertainty about his future attractions but identifying as heterosexual at the moment.

January 2021: Opposition to Puerto Rican Statehood

In January 2021, Bad Bunny stated he would never "want to see Puerto Rico become a State," clarifying his stance against the territory becoming the 51st state.

September 16, 2022: Release of "El Apagón" music video and documentary

On September 16, 2022, Bad Bunny released the music video for "El Apagón," accompanied by a documentary directed by Kacho Lopez Mari, which criticized issues such as electrical network deficiencies, gentrification, and land privatization in Puerto Rico.

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2022: Kiss at MTV Video Music Awards

At the 2022 MTV Video Music Awards, Bad Bunny kissed a male dancer during his performance of "Tití Me Preguntó", further expressing his views on sexuality.

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2022: Separation from Gabriela Berlingeri

In late 2022, Bad Bunny and Gabriela Berlingeri went their separate ways after dating.

September 2023: Appearance in Gucci's Valigeria campaign with Kendall Jenner

In September 2023, Bad Bunny and Kendall Jenner were featured together in a shoot for Gucci's Valigeria campaign, "exploring the intimacy of traveling together."

September 2024: Relationship end with Kendall Jenner

Since September 2024, Bad Bunny and Kendall Jenner have taken a 'step back' from each other and are no longer dating.

October 2024: Criticism of Donald Trump

In October 2024, following a rally where comedian Tony Hinchcliffe compared Puerto Rico to garbage, Bad Bunny posted videos on Instagram critical of Donald Trump, who was a Republican nominee for the 2024 United States presidential election.

2024: Cheetos Collaboration for Hispanic Community Grants

In 2024, Bad Bunny and Cheetos launched a $500,000 campaign, awarding twenty $25,000 grants to individuals advancing Hispanic communities through art, education, or social projects.

2024: Endorsement of Juan Dalmau

In 2024, Bad Bunny endorsed Juan Dalmau of the Puerto Rican Independence Party in the Puerto Rico gubernatorial election.

January 2025: Delivery of supplies in Vega Baja

In January 2025, Bad Bunny personally delivered musical instruments, art kits, and sports equipment at the Ángel L. Rodríguez Rivera court in his hometown, Vega Baja, as part of the Bonita Tradición event.