Get ready for an epic ending as the Paris Olympics, after serving spectators two weeks of thrilling sporting moments, draw to a close. The closing ceremony will take place on August 11, Monday, at 12:30 AM IST at the Stade de France. As where almost 80,000 people are expected to attend. We will witness the flag-raising ceremony, where athletes and the flag bearer will march. And the Olympic flag will be handed over to the Los Angeles organizers for the 2028 Olympics.
But the Paris Olympics will also feature some amazing, top-notch performances from Hollywood star Tom Cruise.
Tom Cruise to perform stunt at Paris Olympic
Yes, that’s right, the Mission Impossible actor will charm the stage with his incredible stunts. Cruise, who is currently filming Mission: Impossible 8, could showcase some of his stunt skills at the closing ceremony. Also reports says, his stunt sequence will symbolize the passing of the Games from Paris to Los Angeles, including the handover of the Olympic flag from one city to the other.
When it comes to singers and rappers, from Snoop Dogg to Billie Eilish to Red Hot Chili Peppers, all are set to perform at this impressive event.
Thomas Jolly to direct Paris Olympics closing ceremony
French actor and director Thomas Jolly will direct the Summer Games closing ceremony. Jolly also directed the opening ceremony and is set to direct the upcoming Paralympics Games as well.
“On August 11, the Olympic Games will be over, and the Olympic flame will be extinguished,” said Jolly. “That moment will remind us just how precious these Olympic Games are.”
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