At the closing ceremony of the Paris Olympics, apart from the athletes’ farewell and a series of spectacular performances, the most remarkable highlight was the formal handover of the Olympic flag. This time, the responsibility of receiving the flag on behalf of Los Angeles fell on the shoulders of Hollywood superstar Tom Cruise, who added endless brilliance to the ceremony with a series of thrilling stunts.
In the climax of the closing ceremony, as H.E.R. beautifully performed the national anthem, Tom Cruise made an astonishing appearance, descending from the top of the venue while holding the Olympic flag. He then jumped on a motorcycle and sped through the streets of Paris. Following that, he boarded a transport plane and flew all the way to the next Olympic host city, Los Angeles, where he executed his iconic parachuting stunt, landing gracefully over the city to conclude the flag handover ceremony perfectly.
The handover ceremony not only showcased Los Angeles as a global entertainment capital with its unique charm but also used Red Hot Chili Peppers’ “By the Way” as background music, transforming the iconic Hollywood sign into the Olympic rings, symbolizing a smooth transition between Paris and Los Angeles. Following that, music superstars like Billie Eilish, Snoop Dogg, and Dr. Dre performed relay-style at Venice Beach, elevating the atmosphere to a crescendo and infusing the entire handover process with a strong essence of American culture.
The 2028 Los Angeles Olympics will mark the city’s return to hosting this globally prominent sporting event since 1984, making Los Angeles the third city, after London and Paris, to host the Olympics three times. As a major hub for the global entertainment industry, Los Angeles is sure to bring more exciting innovations and breakthroughs during the 2028 Olympics, creating anticipation among global audiences.
