The excitement surrounding the 2024 AT&T WNBA All-Star Game is reaching new heights as the Phoenix Mercury announce that GRAMMY® Award-winning global superstar Pitbull will headline the halftime show. The sold-out event is scheduled for Saturday, July 20 at 5:30 p.m. PT/8:30 p.m. ET and will take place at the Footprint Center, the home court of the Phoenix Mercury. Fans nationwide can tune in to watch the game live on ABC.
This announcement is part of a broader initiative by Phoenix Mercury and Phoenix Suns owner Mat Ishbia to elevate the prestige of the WNBA All-Star Game. “We have an opportunity to use AT&T WNBA All-Star to showcase an incredible league and some of the greatest athletes in the world. It’s important [that] everything we do, on and off the floor, is at the same level as the superstars who will be playing,” said Ishbia. “Pitbull is one of the world’s most dynamic artists and I wanted a halftime performer who reflects the same excitement, passion, and incredible fandom of the WNBA.”
Pitbull, also known as Armando Christian Perez, expressed his enthusiasm for the event, saying, “I was raised by a woman, and a woman made me a man. It’s an honor to make history and perform at the WNBA All-Star Game. Here’s to all the powerful women of the WNBA. So buckle up and get ready to have a good time, Dale!”
Hailing from Miami, Florida, Pitbull has disrupted the music industry on a global scale as a GRAMMY® Award-winning independent international superstar and motivational speaker. Known for his chart-topping hits like “Give Me Everything” and “Timber,” Pitbull continues to innovate with his recent releases, “Trackhouse” and “Trackhouse: Daytona 500 Edition,” blending music and racing to unite fans worldwide. The tracks feature special guests Dolly Parton, Tim McGraw, Nile Rodgers, T-Pain, Omar Courtz, and more.
Pitbull is set to embark on his Party After Dark Tour this summer, visiting 25 cities across the U.S. with special guest T-Pain and openers SiriusXM Globalization DJs. This follows numerous successful solo tours and a recent triple headlining tour – The Trilogy Tour – with Enrique Iglesias and Ricky Martin, cementing his status as Mr. Worldwide.
The 2024 AT&T WNBA All-Star Game tickets are sold out but can be obtained through verified resale on Ticketmaster. This year’s All-Star Court, a Phoenix Mercury creation, honors the incredible achievements of women in basketball. The court design celebrates Team USA’s Olympic Gold Medals, all 12 current WNBA teams, and highlights the years Phoenix has hosted the event and the X-Factor’s support. The keys on each end of the court feature the names of every All-Star in WNBA history and previous game MVPs, symbolizing the legacy and contributions of past athletes.
Basketball legend and Olympian Cheryl Miller, the first head coach of the Mercury, will coach the WNBA All-Stars against the USA Women’s National Team, alongside former Mercury star Adrian Williams. The USA Women’s National Team will be led by Head Coach Cheryl Reeve, with assistance from Kara Lawson, Joni Taylor, and Mike Thibault.
This event promises to be a transformative moment in women’s basketball, celebrating the legacy of past players and the bright future of the sport. Fans can look forward to an unforgettable halftime show and an intense matchup between the WNBA All-Stars and the USA Women’s National Team.
The inclusion of Pitbull as the halftime performer signifies a broader cultural impact, drawing attention to the WNBA and women’s sports in general. His dynamic presence and global fanbase will likely introduce new audiences to the excitement and talent within the WNBA, further solidifying its place in the sports entertainment landscape.
Furthermore, the collaboration between the Phoenix Mercury, the WNBA, and high-profile entertainers like Pitbull reflects a growing recognition of the importance of women’s sports. It highlights ongoing efforts to provide women athletes with the same opportunities, exposure, and celebration as their male counterparts. This event is a testament to the progress being made in the realm of sports equality and the shared commitment to honoring the achievements of female athletes.
Tune in to the 2024 AT&T WNBA All-Star Game on July 20th at 8:30 p.m. ET on ABC for an evening of spectacular sports and entertainment.
