LA28 has revealed an all-star musical lineup for the handover celebration, ensuring the grand finale of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games will be an unforgettable event.
Scheduled for Sunday, August 11, the Closing Ceremony will not only mark the end of the Paris Olympics but also signal the beginning of the countdown to the Los Angeles 2028 Summer Games. In true Hollywood fashion, the LA28 handover promises to be a spectacular display of music, culture, and the spirit of Los Angeles.
A Star-Studded Musical Lineup
LA28 has assembled a powerhouse lineup of musical superstars to headline the handover celebration. The lineup includes Grammy and Academy Award-winning artist Billie Eilish, who will bring her unique voice and style to the global stage. Joining her will be the legendary Red Hot Chili Peppers, known for their energetic performances and deep roots in Southern California.
Snoop Dogg, another Southern California icon, will also take the stage, bringing his signature style and charisma to the event. Grammy, Academy, and Emmy Award-winning artist H.E.R. will also perform the U.S. national anthem live from Paris, bringing a poignant touch to the ceremony.
The Significance of the Handover
The handover of the Olympic flag from Paris to Los Angeles represents a significant moment in the journey towards the LA28 Games. LA28 Chairperson Casey Wasserman expressed the importance of this event, stating, “This is the biggest moment in LA28 history to date, as the Olympic flag passes from Paris to LA.
We are thrilled to feature the very best of LA with local artists, and we are grateful to Billie, H.E.R., the Chili Peppers, and Snoop for their collaboration on what will be an incredible show to a global audience that will give fans a taste of what’s to come in 2028.
Countdown to LA28: A Celebration of Los Angeles
Tennis legend Venus Williams will host the celebration, which will include not only musical performances but also appearances by renowned athletes and celebrities. Special guests include Olympic legends Carl Lewis, Sugar Ray Leonard, Brenda Villa, and Rudy Garcia-Tolson, as well as Team USA Olympians Jagger Eaton, Kate Courtney, and Michael Johnson. The event will air live and in primetime on NBC and Peacock, ensuring that audiences around the world can join in the excitement.
Molly Solomon, executive producer and president of NBC Olympics programming, highlighted the significance of the event, saying, “The countdown to LA28 begins with the Paris Closing Ceremony. As we conclude one of the most spectacular Games ever, Paris will hand over the Olympic flag to Los Angeles, which gets things started with a powerhouse lineup of musical superstars that will rock the world.
Hollywood Magic Meets Olympic Spirit
Fulwell 73, under the direction of creative director Ben Winston, will produce the LA28 Handover Celebration. The celebration will not only feature performances by the star-studded lineup but will also include surprise guests, a sneak peek into the LA28 Games, and behind-the-scenes footage of the handover.
Winston shared his vision for the event, stating, “The LA28 Handover promises to showcase the heartbeat of LA, which, like the Olympics, is where people come from all over the world to pursue their dreams. We hope to showcase a collection of Los Angeles stories—featuring the city’s people, creativity, music, and, of course, sport—all wrapped up with a little Hollywood magic—to invite the world into the LA28 Games.”
A Grand Finale to Remember
The Paris 2024 Closing Ceremony, with the LA28 Handover Celebration as its centerpiece, promises to be an event for the ages. With performances by Billie Eilish, H.E.R., the Red Hot Chili Peppers, and Snoop Dogg, as well as appearances by Olympic legends and special guests, the ceremony will set the stage for the LA28 Games in a truly spectacular fashion. The world will be watching as Los Angeles takes the Olympic stage, ready to showcase the very best of what the city has to offer.
As the Olympic flag passes from Paris to Los Angeles, the journey to the LA28 Games begins in earnest. The LA28 Handover Celebration at the Paris 2024 Closing Ceremony, featuring a star-studded musical lineup and a celebration of Los Angeles’ unique spirit, promises to be a momentous occasion that will leave a lasting impression on audiences worldwide.
