Tom Cruise Thrills at Paris Olympics Ceremony

Tom Cruise's dramatic stunt at the 2024 Paris Olympics closing ceremony, where he descended from the Stade de France roof and rode an electric motorcycle through Paris, was a logistical challenge orchestrated by producer Ben Winston. Initially pitched as a simpler stunt involving a costumed man, Cruise insisted on performing it himself, leading to extensive rehearsals and a prolonged shoot. Despite safety concerns from producers and his inner circle, Cruise's daring act, which symbolically handed the Olympic flag to Los Angeles for the 2028 Games, was a highlight of the event. The ceremony also featured performances by artists like Lady Gaga and Celine Dion, and sparked discussions on social media about consent after a fan attempted to kiss Cruise. Following the event, Cruise's recorded segment showed him skydiving into Los Angeles, concluding with a handover to American athletes, setting the stage for the LA 2028 Olympics. Team USA concluded the Games with the most medals, totaling 127.