Rihanna Slid Into Super Bowl Interpreter's DMs!

Rihanna's ASL interpreter, Justina Miles, opens up to 'CBS Mornings' about her experience signing the Apple Music Super Bowl Halftime Show. Justina shares how she prepared for the big event, and the sweet DM she received from Rihanna following the performance.

[@nicholasgarrick8855]

Justina deserves all her flowers for her performance, she was awesome!! Riri ,and Justin killed it!

[@faechan1]

Ru😅😢😅e😅w😮😅t

[@queenprincess4life]

HER name is JUSTINA. Not Justin.

[@vegassims7]

She was so incredible to watch. You would have thought she was the real singer!

[@kztwitter]

@@queenprincess4life i thought it was a typo cause they typed justina at the beginning:)

[@edwinmathews3568]

She kinda looks like carly from good doctor

[@ithamarlowe6158]

The way she does sign language makes it look so fun!!! It looks like she's always dancing.

[@Skeleton_Black]

agreed. i think they should teach sign language like this. almost like a dance class. it will be easier to learn for non-deaf people too.

[@chandawalker3560]

@@Skeleton_Black she don't sound deaf to me shes hearing all of that ladies questions and I see no hearing aide😳

[@chandawalker3560]

Deaf people don't talk clear like dat!!!!!!

[@jazzy511]

@@chandawalker3560 she is hard of hearing. She can only hear about 30% so she is deaf.

[@jazzy511]

@@chandawalker3560 Yes, they do. Its called practis

[@Ameliadaisy777]

We need more people like Justina in the spotlight.

[@imarimoneyqueen8537]

ABSOLUTELY 💯

[@theonlyonewithgum1452]

THIS PART! Great energy, respectful, positive, infectious charisma, and intelligent. She is beautiful inside and out.

[@Ameliadaisy777]

@@theonlyonewithgum1452 I was thinking the same she is literally radiating sunshine ☀️

[@mermaidreviews4693]

Yes her the I think the lady that did Eminem show are awesome I’m not non hearing but I love watching them bring the music to those who can’t hear it and putting on a good show with the performers

[@dawnbenner2897]

She’s inspired me to break out my ASL dictionary and get to it.

[@talayah7819]

I’m not sure where you are in your ASL journey, but when I first started learning, I loved watching people sign along with songs (though admittedly they’re not always signing the words. They’re signing the true meaning. So they don’t sign metaphors literally) and spreadthesign is a good online resource where you can search words and they’ll show you how to sign them. They’ll even have different signs if the word has different meanings and they’ll put the part of speech next to it

[@IntelGirlInTheSpiritWorld]

Me too.need to brush up on my skills.

[@rolandahorton4126]

Same! I TOTALLY need to brush my books off & get back at it!

[@Fagnarok]

Signed up for asl next semester ^_^

[@Infrunami24]

I sometimes learn for fun it's cool

[@lucyannsturrup1404]

Fenty...BRING Ms. Justina to the crew! She's a perfect representation 👌

[@BluDrop5]

This would be the perfect move.

[@SiriphoneG]

And she’s just absolutely stunning too!

[@la.melaninqueentina]

That would be dope

[@lucyannsturrup1404]

@la.melaninqueentina Ikr! My deaf cousin thoroughly enjoyed that performance. I mean that's the most I ever seen her dance! It only makes sense that they do it🤷🏾‍♀️

[@vickilynnvale8869]

Oh, my gosh- YESSS! 😁

[@aviajude007]

She’s adorable. Rihanna should take her on tour, other celebrities should too!!

[@IceBreakBottle]

A lot of artists do have them on the side of the stage. It's very common and they are all just as impressive as this girl

[@AA-kl9xj]

@@IceBreakBottle Part of what makes her so impressive is the fact that she’s deaf herself. It’s hard enough to interpret as a hearing person but it takes crazy skill to interpret like that as a deaf person

[@IceBreakBottle]

@@AA-kl9xj Oh really, now that is impressive. Thanks for letting me know

[@jgamble482]

Justina has interpreted for Glorilla and a few other artists. Search youtube, her videos are out there ...

[@donitavann108]

​@@IceBreakBottle she is also deaf.🙄

[@ChristineRenae]

This is how you fix another woman’s crown 👑

[@kitteekittee4010]

Her crown needs no fixing. 💁🏽‍♀️

[@34223]

Fix it? Haha 😄

[@kbryant187]

Who's crown needed fixing?

[@chardelraconner7324]

learn curtsyncing ; blue line NEVER

[@ChristineRenae]

@@kitteekittee4010 nice job of taking a compliment and making it negative lol good job 👏🏼

[@911awakening]

As someone who interprets Sunday sermons live, I must say there’s an art in conveying what’s being said and how is truly meant! This girl is pure talent! It’s a God given gift I’m grateful to be able to do as well as see others do it so beautifully as she has done!

[@QuietStorm0611]

Just knowing she did this with 5 days of preparation is amazing. The dancing, the singing, the expressions, the energy. I’m happy for her.

[@michelleglowala2360]

She got her 13 minutes of mass global fame. Continued success for this bright light. She killed it.

[@donitavann108]

YES!!! PHILLY'S OWN!!🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@chrisastacio-felix4115]

I am telling you, Justina is a great representation of Gen Z making it happen for the culture, especially the deaf community, I have never seen that before!! I was rocking to her signing on just a snippet of the Super Bowl half time show the next day, please show me where I can I see the whole set with Justina signing plzzzz!!!

[@ithamarlowe6158]

I think she's from tiktok

[@vbrown6445]

Here's the whole performance side by side: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rqqrppeQosRpiqc

[@melissacoviello2886]

@nuez I think it’s relevant that she’s gen z. It doesn’t mean other generations don’t have people who do an awesome job too.

[@AMATEURDECORATINGLIKEAPRO]

My heart rejoices just watching her! I am so proud of her!

[@imarimoneyqueen8537]

ME TOO! I HAD TEARS OF JOY AND NEVER MEET HER. AWWW GOTTA LOVE HER. 🔷SO GOOD TO SEE OUR BROWN WOMAN HAVING REPRESENTATION MEANS A LOT TO OUR YOUTH. I AM INSPIRED AMAZING BABY GIRL💖🥰

[@katejohnson3598]

She really said “I’m scared and I’m gonna look god doing it anyways!” What a role model❤

[@gaila.9852]

When did she express fear?

[@dandudukteh6016]

@@gaila.9852 1:46

[@gaila.9852]

@@dandudukteh6016 Thanks for the timestamp. “I’m scared” and “I’m nervous” are not synonymous at all.

[@Lifeafter40]

My daughter wants to be Speech pathologist. She saw her signing and looking forward to her ASL classes. She was so inspired!❤

[@sanchisan6997]

I love watching people sign music, they feel it in every way. It can make the way a hearing person listens to a song change. The expression they create with their whole body can make you notice parts of the song you didn't before. Fascinating.

[@stillnotstill]

When you say they, I'm assuming you mean the people you've watched before? Cuz yeah it's definitely a specific skill 😊

[@sanchisan6997]

...yes.

[@kerronhackshaw3632]

I was confused for a sec when I heard her talk cuz I thought she was deaf lol

[@AA-kl9xj]

@@kerronhackshaw3632 She is…

[@jurgenvonjessica4656]

I 100% agree. I was watching Justina vs the pageantry of Rhianna's performance because I could *feel* what she was conveying. Really feel the music.

[@SmokinSesh]

She was absolutely amazing… Her energy! Rihanna should hire her for tour

[@Kashara1986]

Very empowering 😩….it brings me to tears to think of how much she inspired others like her to want to get out there instead of trying to hide in shame. She doesnt even realize how she will impact the lives of so many other people and give them the inspiration that they need to follow their dreams also!

[@annblake3993]

I loved what she said about the ASL audience feeling the beat. How admirable inspiring beautiful talented and boss B of her.

[@aidenalamo6262]

She is an inspiration to people who needed a powerhouse asl performance during a big game! She's going places!! Congrats on her nursing studies!!!

[@cleanseyourcache]

They're amazing. Let's hope they can make history together - AGAIN. They made history as the first deaf interpreter and pregnant woman involved in the half-time show

[@skizzyskitzo]

Wow .. I’m half deaf 🧏‍♂️ and I’m a musician what she did was phenomenal, I tip my hat

[@MojoThePug29]

Its amazing and so wonderful to see that they both just keep making each other shine brighter and higher. Making us feel the passion and inspire million if not billion people around the globe. This is above and beyond, this is how we as human should support and keep empowering one another. Marvelous! Very altogether well done! Today we success as a human and cheers to forever!

[@markstewart6571]

The only thing that shines bright his her and her sons forehead!

[@MommaKong7]

I did 2 semesters of ASL in college. It is a very fun and beautiful language. You have to use your face/ expression when signing otherwise it can be misinterpreted. She did amazing an job. Every should learn at least the alphabet and some basic words because the deaf community is larger than you think. I feel really good when I encounter someone who is deaf out in the grocery store or in public and I can communicate with them, even if I have to finger spell some of it. They are so excited when they find out I can sign.

[@stillnotstill]

Yeah definitely! It's a shame it's not taught more in schools. I was fortunate enough to be able to take a couple years in high school. Deaf people deserve to have people learn their languages!

[@MommaKong7]

@@stillnotstill I agree.

[@madgemackles4337]

I’m proud of them both!! So excited for Justina, people are going to book her now!

[@KD-sz5bx]

ASL being represented even more is amazing to watch. I’ve been studying ASL for three years now and there’s still more to learn but I’m glad people are acknowledging and embracing the culture!

[@stillnotstill]

I was so lucky to be able to take a couple years of it in high school a couple decades ago. I hope that a lot more people are going to have access to it in the future!

[@M00NL9GHT]

Justina needs to work on this job FULL-TIME. I don't think I can watch another man interpret with no feelings or expression whatsoever like he doesn't even wanna be there 😂 She's really raising the standard

[@zpt7093]

Yes had to take a shot at men huh lmao misandry is everywhere these days even when it's uneccessary

[@JP-db8dy]

Justina should continue to work in whatever positions feed her soul, so she doesn’t lose her light. Also, not every signer can move like that, but they are all equally important for bridging gaps and building community. She definitely adds some much needed variety to the role, which I’m sure will promote more inclusion and has already been such an inspiring representation for the deaf and hard of hearing. As a hearing individual, bland signers matter and have been holding it down forever in terms of language interpretation for pivotal moments. I do hope however, that more hard of hearing individuals are inspired to reach new heights and become ASL performers.

[@ithamarlowe6158]

Makes me want to learn sign language, but only if she's the teacher. I mean if there was an online course, and she was the teacher she'd make millions with just for selling that and I would no longer use words.

[@hamilcross]

no fr she's so damn engaging and yet they always choose some old ass yt dudes to do this shit lol... the best asl interpreters always have been and always will be women.

[@herauthenticself7749]

She is sweet ,and talented hope this open more door for her, and other in the deaf community.

[@raggeddollz_rzv]

I am so happy that she's not one of those fake interpreters we see all the time. She's so good, her vibe was amazing, she killed it alongside Queen Rihanna.

[@klaird_h4727]

She is so expressive, I love it!!🥰

[@thecurator2626]

I loved these two women’s Super Bowl performances.

[@heatherc.5760]

TY Justina for ur work cus my older sister is completely deaf was told she would nvr speak in the 70's n speech therapy paid off. My sister cannot hear even with hearing aids but talks like me. Ppl are amazed n confused especially when I call places over the phone for her n she has to give the permission for them to speak to me a gentleman literally said my sister changed his life n how he looks at the deaf community cus he learned that she is totally deaf but speaks like us. She knows sign language n our family learned a lot of signing as well. That man on the phone said he wanted to cry cus he assumed they speak like their deaf when they talk but my sister changed his life that day. God bless our deaf n hard hearing communities.

[@heatherc.5760]

@Malazzle TY u for ur comment my sister became one hell of a lip reader too, even in public ppl get so confused when I say she is deaf cus how well she speaks n I didn't realize the impact it could have on someone til that gentleman said over the phone he would nvr have known this n carried that same thought that all deaf ppl sound the same n they don't.

[@godisgood7334]

Hi Heather, thanks for explaining but I don't fully understand. Justina is deaf but she speaks like a hearing person? I did not know this was possible. How does one do this? How much training and what type of training does a deaf person need to do in order to do this?

[@Trilly007]

GO Justina!!! Bringing ASL to light in the perfect way! So confident and I love how she does ASL when she speaks in interviews, even though she's pretty understandable. It's awesome; constantly educating others without even realizing it!

[@simonemaria7891]

her hands, her smile, her everything , shes an absolutely gorgous human being

[@VikkiTG]

Omg I fell in love with her when I watched her! I love her vibe omg she was great! I hope she starts getting booked and can do this more often. That's so cool she also memorized the beat so she could sign along to the beat of the music 💜 I have never seen someone do that before, definitely not like she did it!

[@lourrutiappt]

This is incredibly inspiring, what a talented young woman!

[@darklightangles]

Loved her energy! She is going places!

[@katrina7940]

This girl makes me smile ❤ I love how she expresses herself. Her deafness does not hold her beautiful personality back.

[@xokree]

She did so great, had me hype along with Rihanna 💛

[@lakicia30]

Here energy is infectious!! So happy for her. Just reaffirms that when you do good work, people notice. ...the right people 🚀

[@missrosierenee]

She was fantastic and brought so much attention to the beautiful art of ASL ❤

[@MissKalunji]

She deserves all the credit. She was a MOOD! Her energy was amazing! Well done !!!

[@bronxtaskforce01]

I'd love to see them rocking on stage together in every concert. Artists in the world! Take notice that this is what you all need in the music industry.

[@missdiamond8783]

Justina is shining bright like a diamond! Go girl !

[@gl3936]

I wish Rihanna would’ve met with her instead of DMing her. She absolutely killed her performance

[@bukolaalale8260]

That's how people communicate now

[@lolitafalana]

She's pregnant and kept away from everyone... She did more than she had to by DMing her, because I can assure you no CEO is reaching out to every employee or contractor that performs well in their role. Justina had a job and did it well, and is now getting her moment to shine separate of the Super Bowl WITH a DM from Rihanna. That's a pretty fair trade-off.

[@incredibletom7099]

Best believe riri going to put her in her next fenty show

[@destineebrock6779]

That doesn’t matter lol don’t make things more then what they need to be

[@TheRealStellaNoWine]

@@lolitafalana 🗣️well said 👏🏾

[@rickihosein]

I feel like a lot of people are gonna sign up for asl classes...she made that real cool and she had rhythm with it, so she made it look even extra cool!

[@denasellsKC]

Mother of a deaf son, this was amazing. Thank you Rihanna for allowing deaf people to take part in this performance by having Justina doing such a magnificent job. I'm sure she had deaf people across the world jamming with her!

[@lindaadams1008]

Justina really took her job to another level of perfection...🥰 💞 RiRi is so sweet. We may see Justina again linked up with Fenty...

[@ambersmith8420]

she is so beautiful inside and out. her personality shines BRIGHTER than a diamond. i hope she gets to meet ri 🥺❤️

[@deirdreyearwood3383]

Excellent work, Justina. I am so proud of you ❤️

[@LoveCrimes1024]

They already made history. First black interpreter AT 20 YEARS OLD and a pregnant black woman headlining the Super Bowl

[@Lalabaster]

💯

[@hazelnawood]

Love her energy so much!!

[@emilyw530]

So glad shes getting the credit she deserves. All sign language interpreters should do this. Kudos to rhi for being awesome as always too.

[@TheBABS09]

Wow her voice and interpretation is amazing, Ive never heard a deaf person speak so clear u wouldn't even think she's deaf❤️

[@cokeke78]

Justina is simply phenomenal 👑

[@gaby17pontes2]

When I saw the show for the first time it was on FOX sports channel and I have to admit that I didnt watched Rihanna, I was just looking at Justina. She had all my attention🤩

[@BornIn82]

I watched it live, and it was amazing. It was basically Justina, feat. Rìrì.

[@ciscof1893]

Both killed it.

[@l.garcia3344]

So when we CAN hear and we get chills from this…. Just can’t imagine how valuable to RP those that cant hear! 😊 BEAUTIFUL! And QUEENS recognizing QUEENS! Just superb!!!

[@elsatrinidad4218]

Yes!!! Happy Rihanna contacted her!!! Love it!! ❤❤❤❤❤

[@susanbeckett9699]

Justine stole the halftime show with that electrifying performance, amazing dance move with ASL signing on point with each note. Absolutely stunning to watch. 💯💕💝

[@nevermind4156]

Justina’s energy is just beautiful. ❤❤❤

[@ske8254]

So typical of Riri. She is awesome. Rihanna unlike many celebrities think of other. Such a humanitarian. Love you Riri. She recognized this young lady’s amazing talent.

[@KayKay-fc5sg]

Justina is just amazing. With the most gorgeous smile. Thank you for what you a bringing/ giving to the deaf community.

[@conniegriffieth9610]

Girl you did it ,for the ones that needed that energy from RIRI I HOPE SHE MEET U IN PERSON. ,,,,,

[@caribdoll1800]

Why does she need to meet her in person? Did Riri pay her to do her job?

[@cindysibounreuang8596]

Wow…Amazing love her energy!!You are a Queen 👸 yourself!! You are so talented and so beautiful!!

[@B-Easy78]

This was such a much needed spotlight. God is good.

[@Peckz1949]

One thing about Riri..she's gonna make everyone feel included. I love her and this young lady is so beautiful!! I hope to see her in the next Fenty fashion show!! Or even in one of their ads!

[@jooniismoon]

Queen she's I'm so proud of her

[@tinawynn762]

All hands up for justina she was awesome, she's most definitely a keeper

[@aquabayb4309]

Omg 😯 I had no idea. This was amazing! Love Rhi Rhi even more. That’s how you pay it forward. Justina you are AMAZING! Keep shining 👸🏾

[@jone7079]

Good for Justina ♡♡ AMAZING Ri gave her the recognition cos Justinaz a whole vibe that you LOVE !! ♡

[@Mimibldr]

Her sign language is so gracious and contagious!! Love her!!

[@JaeElise]

I loved Justina . She just makes me so happy and she had such a beautiful soul in this interviews. Made me cry cause wow so proud

[@miraafloyd]

She’s got a beautiful spirit & energy! I hope she continues to be able to do what she loves. ❤

[@Lanasiae33]

Justina is awesome! 😊 she will genuinely bring a smile to your face.

[@jessicadorothy9532]

She killed this!!!!!! 🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@TamTalkVloggy]

This is awesome ‼️ Congratulations on sharing your gift so that others may feel included. Black Girl Magic ✨

[@TasyausNorseman]

They are both so beautiful and genuine! Best of luck in nursing

[@Colormeprettyyy]

She’s so beautiful and bubbly 🥰🥰 GO QUEEN!! ❤️❤️❤️

[@mandalaqueen828]

She’s amazing I love her energy!

[@treydoby8815]

So dope! Justina is absolutely amazing. Congratulations on being the first!

[@reshaunc]

And she’s so young! I am so excited for her

[@trinjuwan4422]

Justina is obviously incredible & that sounds just like Queen Rihanna! She's a beautiful person. They're BOTH AMAZING @ what they do, so it's befitting. Queen 2 Queen🥰👑👑

[@ASMRFAMILIA]

I love this so damn much! 🙌🙌🙌

[@sunflowervol.8857]

Justina deserves HER own musical show!!! Amazing !!! ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@AndromedaCeline]

I’m not deaf, but I will watch anything she’s on. ❤😍👏🏽

[@Lkmsundastood]

Justina, you did do your thang too boo and killed it hard body mamas!!!! I hope she keeps you with her for every interpretation!!!!

[@bs4e644]

Her excitement is sooo cute!

[@MsWhitegirl16]

I smiled the whole time watching this interview!

[@Sophie-cw7bf]

This is so beautiful she is an inspiration both of them are

[@windyrosestorm]

Justina is a whole FLEX. 🔥

[@dianeblomgren4608]

I LOVE EVERYTHING ABOUT HER!!

[@SharpCinema]

Justina performed the songs in the way I was hoping Rihanna would, with verve and passion. Seven years is a long time to be away and I understand priorities change when you become a parent (and Covid as well.)

[@user-dd4onX]

Only a robin! would find a negative in this positive. Justina is a young souring eagle, riri an expecting mother eagle. Some birds just hop from tree to tree 😏

[@vw7402]

@@user-dd4onX only a robin 😂 but exactly!!!

[@sunnydelight5255]

@@user-dd4onX Ironic Rihanna’s name is Robyn too. Stop getting down on regular folks. Go tell that multi millionaire if she was preg should’ve sat it out and let someone else shine.

[@kshani_official]

She is so precious! ❤

[@realkaylah4097]

She is so beautiful, talented and amazing. Truly a young star ✨

[@godschild7561]

I talked about Justina for days. Beautiful!!! You did that. Your inner loving being definitely shines thru. Go Sis, You winnin’

[@thethrowawaythatstayed7055]

I loved this years halftime show and she made it even better.

[@Elonakase47]

This is the type of news i like to see

[@oyandakona5994]

She is a vibe 😍🥳💐

[@april7536]

its so awesome to see young people signing, its so rare and to do that is just wonderful