In a stunning move that electrified the crowd, rap superstar Eminem made a surprise appearance during the NFL Thanksgiving halftime show, joining rock legend and fellow Detroit native Jack White.
A Detroit-Style Halftime Spectacle
The memorable moment took place on Thursday 27 November 2025 at Detroit's Ford Field, during the holiday showdown between the Green Bay Packers and the Detroit Lions. While it was known that Eminem, whose real name is Marshall Mathers, was serving as an executive producer for the show alongside his manager Paul Rosenberg, few anticipated he would take to the stage himself.
The surprise unfolded when Eminem, wearing a Lions jacket with his hood pulled up, rose from a platform amidst dramatic pyrotechnics. He launched into a powerful rendition of his 2002 hit "Till I Collapse," with Jack White providing a blistering guitar accompaniment.
Closing the Show with a Stadium Anthem
The collaboration between the White Stripes frontman and the rap icon served as the grand finale of the halftime spectacle. Following their joint performance, White launched into his own sports stadium anthem, "Seven Nation Army," sending the already enthusiastic crowd into a complete frenzy.
This year marked a significant first for Eminem, as it was his inaugural role as the executive producer of the halftime show. In this capacity, he was the one who personally selected Jack White as the event's headline performer.
On-Field Result Overshadowed by Halftime Energy
Despite the incredible energy generated by the musical performance, the home team could not channel it into a victory. The Detroit Lions ultimately lost the game to the Green Bay Packers with a final score of 31-24.
This result means the Lions must now battle for a wild-card spot if they hope to proceed to the NFC playoffs, a challenging path ahead for the team.
