Tom Cruise arrives carrying the Olympic flag at the closing ceremony of Paris 2024 | Photo credit: X/ @Olympics
Tom Cruise made an unforgettable entrance for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics during the closing ceremony of the Paris 2024 Games. The actor made a dramatic appearance by skydiving into the stadium in Paris, where he received the Olympic flag from Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass and gymnast Simone Biles.
After the live jump, Cruise was seen carrying the flag and riding a motorcycle out of the stadium. The broadcast then switched to pre-recorded segments showing Cruise riding a motorcycle in Paris, boarding a plane near the Eiffel Tower, and skydiving into the Hollywood Hills, where he placed the Olympic rings on the famous “Hollywood” sign.
Cruz later handed the Olympic flag to Los Angeles-based Olympians who led a ceremony at Will Rogers State Beach that featured performances by the Red Hot Chili Peppers, Billie Eilish and Snoop Dogg.
Although the skydiving portion was pre-recorded, the initial jump and motorcycle ride into the stadium were live. Cruise shared a selfie taken from the top of the stadium on social media, expressing his gratitude to Paris and looking forward to Los Angeles.
His presence was notable during the Paris Olympic Games, where he was seen in various events, and he continues to work on it. Mission: Impossible 8Which also includes another skydiving stunt.
