Оlymрiс Gаmеs 2024: 5 Еvеnts аrоund thе Сlоsing Сеrеmоny Тhаt Саusеd а Stir

Paris wrapped up the Olympic Games on August 11, 2024, with a Closing Ceremony at the Stade de France, directed by Thomas Jolly, who also led the controversial Opening Ceremony in July.

The event, titled “Records,” attracted over 70,000 spectators in the stadium, with millions more watching from home. Among the notable attendees were Grammy Award winner Billie Eilish and rapper Dr. Dre, who graced the stage to perform.

Here are notable figures whose presence at the Games left online users divided and some concerned as the events sparked an outrage.

Online Users Question Tom Cruise’s Appearance at the Closing Ceremony

Hollywood action star Tom Cruise made a dramatic entrance at the Paris 2024 Closing Ceremony, descending from the Stade de France’s roof on a wire.

Known for his daring stunts in the “Mission: Impossible” franchise, Cruise captivated the audience as he lowered himself into the stadium while American artist H.E.R. played guitar.

The spectacle included a pre-recorded film showing Cruise traveling through Paris before heading to the U.S., where he reached the Hollywood sign and unfurled the Olympic colors, symbolizing the handover to Los Angeles, the host city for the 2028 Olympic Games.

This event marked the formal farewell to Paris as this year’s host city. Alongside H.E.R.’s rendition of the U.S. national anthem, Cruise’s performance added a unique flair to the ceremony.

After receiving the Olympic flag from legendary gymnast Simone Biles, Cruise thrilled the audience by zipping away on a motorbike, leaving a lasting impression.

While Cruise’s appearance might have entertained some, other people were not happy to see him at the closing ceremony. X users questioned his presence with one writing, “Why is Tom Cruise on there?”

“He barely qualifies as a human being. Nasty, egotistical person in real life, no redeeming personal qualities. Acting his way thru life,” another remarked.