Kendrick Lamar teased a big surprise for his Super Bowl LIX halftime show, and that included the show being introduced and narrated in parts by Samuel L. Jackson. Jackson appeared in character as 'Uncle Sam.

In a surprise opening to Kendrick Lamar's halftime performance during Super Bowl LIX, Samuel L. Jackson went front and center dressed as Uncle Sam before introducing Lamar to the stage. In line with the theme of "The Great American Game," Jackson was dressed in full red, white and blue garb to introduce the act and then play a role within it.

Kendrick Lamar's Super Bowl performance had lots of special guests including Samuel L Jackson. But who is Uncle Sam and what is the significance behind it?

In lieu of a conventional halftime show, Lamar offered a statement honoring his culture while criticizing the state of American politics and pop culture.

The Grammy-winning rapper performed Drake dis track "Not Like Us," "Squabble Up," "Humble." and "Luther," among others, during football's biggest night.

Kendrick Lamar returns to the Super Bowl spotlight to deliver an impactful message to American audiences and the world.

Samuel L. Jackson wore custom Bode gear during his appearance as Unclr Sam at Kendrick Lamar 's Super Bowl LIX performance. Jackson wore a red, white, and blue suit that screamed patriotism as he served as the performance's narrator.

The Super Bowl Halftime Show was headlined by Kendrick Lamar, who performed a 12-minute set that included a number of his biggest hits, as well as a cameo from Samuel L. Jackson