The Weeknd will be performing at the 2021 Super Bowl Halftime show

It’s official!

Toronto-based recording artist The Weeknd has confirmed that he will be the one performing at the upcoming Super Bowl halftime show at Super Bowl LV.

“We all grow up watching the world’s biggest acts playing the Super Bowl and one can only dream of being in that position. I’m humbled, honored and ecstatic to be the center of that infamous stage this year.” said The Weeknd, whose real name is Abel Makkonen Tesfaye.

The event will take place at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa Bay, Florida on February 7, 2021. 

No word yet on if there will be any surprise appearances or collaborators.