Rihanna’s ASL Interpreter Goes VIRAL During Super Bowl Performance

Rihanna wasn't the only one making history during Apple Music’s Super Bowl Halftime Show. American Sign Language interpreter Justina Miles went viral during Rih’s performance, fully embracing the singer's playlist of hits as she danced and signed for deaf viewers.

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[wassimnsouli]

She didn't pass the vibe check. SHE IS THE VIBE.

[windyrosestorm]

Now, these are the types of things that need to be celebrated. She made me feel like I understood every part of that masterpiece she performed.

[faizullakhan]

She wrote a new chapter in ASL! What a gifted young woman.

[Soundofsilence]

She better be at every award show going forward.

Btw, thanks for the likes guys. Is great seeing people enjoy the success of others.

[MagickCat]

She was INCREDIBLE. I love that she brought the attitude and energy of music to help those who are deaf have a fuller experience of music.

[derpfaceonigiri]

She is an inspiration not only for the black deaf community but for all deaf community, I hope to see her more in the future

[fablejones]

I never knew signing could have so much flavor and expression. I always thought it had to be very exact or else it could be confusing or misinterpreted. She made it look so beautiful, rhythmic, and passionate. I love the attitude, I felt the lyrics.

[katieblox]

I’m glad she’s getting the recognition she deserves! I wish her the best with school and interpreting! 🤟🏼❤

[ArtmisJ]

She rocked it! Thank you for representing the deaf community so wonderfully!!

[nicholasgarrick]

So impressed by this talented young lady. She came prepared, and delivered.

[littlesage.]

im currently learning asl as a highschool student, and man the talent Justina has is just inspiring. the movement in her expressions and signs is amazing, and staying on beat too. she really makes people FEEL the song and it’s incredible. im so glad she’s getting the recognition she deserves 💟💟

[QueenZsWorld]

the way she hit every beat and knew the transitions... I had no idea she was deaf. incredible job interpreting and dancing ♥️💃🏽

[ChocoBabiChan]

Can we take a moment to acknowledge how incredible these ASL performers are? They literally feel the music through the bass. It's a different interpretation than a hearing dancer feeling the music through sound.

[bruknowsbest]

That was the real show right there, she killed it. She is truly amazing

[goldenchildmira]

She’s definitely a star! Just seeing her sign language & dance is BEAUTIFUL

[VaniMidarii]

She really feels the songs and matches the energy perfectly. It’s like a whole performance itself. She’s killing it out there

[loveb.]

I love how these translators going viral lately don't just translate but throw their whole into it all. I'm bilingual and some things just don't hit when it's translated without the same energy behind it. Love it!

[cantevenandrew]

She performed, she danced. But most importantly, she rocked she lit she vibed she served she delivered she cooked she ate she conquered and she slayed.

[AndreaFlackWetherald]

she is AMAZING - I wish I could have seen on this on TV. That would have taken it to a whole new level!

[boomshakarlaka]

This is proof that music is felt and not only heard. ❤️ I love the vibes. Great job!