November 27, 2025 – Detroit erupted with excitement on Thanksgiving Day as Eminem made a surprise appearance during the Detroit Lions vs. Green Bay Packers halftime show, joining hometown rocker Jack White for a high-energy performance at Ford Field.

Detroit Natives Light Up the Stage

While Jack White, also a Detroit native, performed onstage, Eminem, 53, emerged from beneath the stage to the roar of thousands of fans. The rapper launched into his 2002 hit “Till I Collapse”, creating one of the most memorable halftime moments in Lions history.

Fans captured the unexpected duet on social media, with clips quickly going viral. The collaboration highlighted both artists’ deep ties to Detroit, celebrating the city’s rich music scene during one of the NFL’s most iconic holiday matchups.

Eminem: Die-Hard Lions Fan

Eminem’s love for the Lions is well-documented. The rapper has been a regular presence at home games, showing unwavering support even after the team’s 2024 Super Bowl loss to the San Francisco 49ers.

On X (formerly Twitter), Eminem wrote at the time:

“So proud of the @lions. Thanks 4 an amazing season!!!! We’ll b back!!!”

He’s also known for his humorous enthusiasm for the team. One week before the 2024 NFC Championship, he jokingly called out Lions head coach Dan Campbell, asking to suit up and play:

“Yo, Dan, I’m reporting… I’ll be the quarterback, the entire line, and the receiver. I’ll throw it to myself and score a touchdown. Just give me a uniform. Or at least just a helmet.”

Jack White Brings Family Along

White, 48, recently made headlines for performing with his daughter Scarlett, 19, during a Paris Fashion Week appearance, following in his musical footsteps. He introduced her before performing his 2024 song “Archbishop Harold Holmes”, showcasing a family moment onstage.

A Thanksgiving to Remember in Detroit

The Lions-Packers halftime show will be remembered not only for Jack White’s performance but also for the surprise appearance of Eminem, a hometown hero and lifelong Lions supporter. Fans and media praised the collaboration as a unique Detroit celebration, combining football, music, and hometown pride.

With the NFL’s Thanksgiving tradition and Detroit’s musical legacy intertwined, this performance added another unforgettable chapter for fans of both sports and music.