Hollywood legend Tom Cruise made a spectacular entrance at the Paris 2024 Olympics closing ceremony, thrilling spectators by descending from the roof of Stade de France on a wire. Dressed in a leather jacket and gloves, the Mission impossible star landed in the stadium as H.E.R. rocked the crowd with an electric guitar performance.
In a dramatic handover to Los Angeles, the host city for the 2028 Olympics, Cruise was featured in a pre-recorded film, traveling through Paris before journeying to the iconic Hollywood sign, where he unveiled the Olympic colors.
IOC President Thomas Bach lauded the Paris Games as “sensational,” praising athletes for their remarkable performances and the spirit of unity they fostered.
The closing ceremony also featured live performances from Red Hot Chili Peppers, Billie Eilish, and Snoop Dogg, capping off a memorable night. Snoop, a familiar face throughout the Games, joined the celebration as the U.S. secured the top spot in the medals table with a dramatic win in the women’s basketball final.
Cruise, known for his daring stunts, added another to his resume with this closing ceremony feat, which was paired with a cinematic performance by French band Phoenix and artistic direction from Thomas Jolly. The night ended on a high note as athletes joined the stage, despite the stadium announcer’s dismay.
Rumors of Cruise’s appearance had been swirling for days, and his presence in Paris throughout the Games only heightened the anticipation. The 62-year-old star was spotted supporting Team USA, particularly cheering on Simone Biles and the U.S. swimming relay team.
The Paris 2024 Olympics concluded with a fitting farewell, leaving the world eager for the next chapter in Los Angeles.
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