Hollywood star Tom Cruise made a grand entrance at the closing ceremony of the 2024 Paris Olympics. In a "Mission: Impossible" styled stunt, Cruise descended from the top of Stade de France to join the athletes and receive the Olympics flag. He then led a procession of Olympians as he carried the flag and handed it to Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, representing the hand-off to the upcoming 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. Cruise's pre-recorded stunt video, which showcased his own death-defying stunts, added to the star-studded finish of the ceremony.
Tom Cruise's Daring Descent at Paris Olympics 2024 Closing Ceremony
Hollywood megastar Tom Cruise stunned spectators at the closing ceremony of the 2024 Paris Olympics with a thrilling "Mission: Impossible" style stunt. Cruise, a renowned adrenaline junkie, descended from the towering Stade de France stadium to symbolize the passing of the Olympic torch.
The Stunt
Cruise emerged from the roof of the stadium, suspended by wires, and pirouetted through the air before gracefully landing amidst the jubilant athletes. As Cruise approached the stage, he held the Olympic flag high, leading a procession of Olympians.
Symbolism of the Handoff
The stunt represented the symbolic handover of the Olympic flag from Paris to Los Angeles, the host city of the 2028 Games. Cruise presented the flag to Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, marking the official commencement of the countdown to the next edition of the Olympics.
Pre-Recorded Video
Prior to the live stunt, a pre-recorded video montage showcasing Cruise's signature death-defying stunts played on the stadium screens. The video, which featured scenes from his "Mission: Impossible" franchise, set the stage for his breathtaking performance.
Reaction to the Stunt
The stunt drew widespread acclaim and went viral on social media. Cruise's daring act received praise from athletes, fans, and critics alike. The event served as a fitting conclusion to the 2024 Paris Olympics, leaving an unforgettable mark on the history of the Games.
Top 5 FAQs
1. How high was Cruise's descent? The height of the descent is not publicly disclosed, but it is estimated to be over 100 feet.
2. How long did the stunt take? The live descent took approximately five minutes, while the pre-recorded video montage lasted several minutes longer.
3. Was Cruise nervous about the stunt? Cruise is known for his fearlessness in performing his own stunts. However, he admitted to feeling some apprehension before the Paris descent.
4. What was the reaction of the athletes? The athletes cheered Cruise's arrival and applauded his performance enthusiastically.
5. Has Cruise performed similar stunts before? Cruise has a long history of performing daring stunts in his films, including climbing the Burj Khalifa in "Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol" and scaling the side of the world's tallest building in "Mission: Impossible – Fallout."
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