Tom Cruise, the Hollywood epic star known for performing his own extravagant stunts, is reportedly planning a breathtaking skydive at the Paris Olympics closing ceremony. Famous for his daring feats in films like the Mission Impossible series, Top Gun, War of the Worlds, Collateral, Edge of Tomorrow and more, Cruise’s involvement promises to deliver an unforgettable spectacle at the Summer Olympics, which will be held from July 14 to 30, 2028.
While Tom Cruise attends the ongoing Olympic Games in Paris along with other A-list superstars, the reports indicate that if the rumours are true, he will be responsible for passing the Olympic flag to Los Angeles for the 2028 Games. According to Deadline, Cruise will skydive from the top of the Stade de France, landing on the stadium field with the official Olympic flag in his possession.
On the other side, the details of Paris 2024 closing ceremony are being kept under wraps, but a source says that the audience can “expect a major Hollywood production”. According to a source close to TMZ, Cruise is set to engineer a ‘Mission Impossible’-like stunt to hand over the Olympic flag to Los Angeles, promising an epic closure to the majestic event and impressing his fans as always.
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TMZ further suggests that the stunt is already quietly shot in March. A pre-recorded clip might be showcased, focusing on Tom’s journey with the Olympic flag as he flies in an airplane from France to Los Angeles. This clip is expected to feature Cruise skydiving to the Hollywood sign, blending Hollywood’s extravagance with the Olympic spirit.
However, for now it is said that the Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo will hand over the Olympic flag to LA Mayor Karen Bass during the closing ceremony, which will be hosted by Mike Tirico and Jimmy Fallon on NBC Sports.
Tom’s potential skydive stunt has already generated significant excitement. His involvement in the closing ceremony adds an extraordinary twist to the event, promising to blend Hollywood’s extravagant elements with Olympic grandeur. Fans eagerly anticipate whether Cruise will perform live or if his stunt will be pre-recorded. Either way, his association with the event ensures an unforgettable conclusion to the Paris Olympics and a thrilling lead-up to the Los Angeles Games in 2028.
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