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The Paris 2024 Olympic Games will come to a close tonight after two weeks of emotion, spectacle, and ion. The event started with an opening ceremony that left the world in awe, and tonight there will be a closing ceremony that is sure to exceed expectations. The world's attention will be focused on the French capital starting at 9 PM (15 PM ET).
Top-tier Artists to Close the Show
A grand finale that will feature performances by world-renowned artists. Snoop Dogg, who played a key role in the opening ceremony, will also be part of the closing, according to 'Variety'. Additionally, another major international music star, Billie Eilish, and the band Red Hot Chili Peppers will be performing.
Tom Cruise will also make an appearance, but instead of singing, he will perform a stunt involving acrobatics and a pre-recorded segment where he parachutes. All of this will be under the direction of producer Ben Wiston, who has previously taken on this role for major events like the Grammy Awards and the special 'Adele: One Night Only'.
What to Expect from the Closing Ceremony?
The International Olympic Committee has announced that the closing ceremony will be "unprecedented and monumental". It will begin at 9:00 PM at the Stade de , with up to 80,000 spectators in attendance. The stadium will be transformed into a 2,800 square meter stage, where the stars will create something unique and incredible.
In addition to the artists, there will be the traditional parade of athletes, a ceremony to thank the volunteers, medal presentations... and also an art-related show designed by Thomas Jolly, the man who directed the opening ceremony of these Paris 2024 Olympic Games. All of this will take place under an operation involving more than 2,000 personnel, according to the French government.