In a surprise opening to Kendrick Lamar's halftime performance during Super Bowl LIX, Samuel L. Jackson went front and center dressed as Uncle Sam before introducing Lamar to the stage. In line with the theme of "The Great American Game," Jackson was dressed in full red, white and blue garb to introduce the act and then play a role within it.

Sporting a star-spangled suit, Jackson welcomed viewers to the halftime show with a hearty, "Salutations, it's your Uncle Sam."

Kendrick Lamar took the stage on Sunday night to perform his biggest hits at the Super Bowl LIX halftime show.