Paris Olympics 2024 opening ceremony: Celebrities who are taking part and more

The 2024 Paris Olympics promises to be a spectacular event, and the opening ceremony is set to dazzle the world with its grandeur and innovation. Here's everything you need to know about when and where to watch the opening ceremony live, and which celebrities will be participating.
When and Where to Watch
Date and Time:
The opening ceremony of the 2024 Paris Olympics is scheduled for Friday, June 26. Coverage of the three-hour-long ceremony will begin on NBC/Peacock at 12 p.m. ET, with the ceremonial procession starting at 1:30 p.m. ET. If you miss the live broadcast, don't worry – NBC will air an encore presentation of the event at 7:30 p.m. ET that evening.

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TV and Streaming Services:
All Olympic events, including the opening ceremony, will be broadcast live on NBC. For those preferring to stream the ceremony, it will be available on NBC's streaming service, Peacock. Additionally, viewers can tune into the opening ceremony livestream on NBCOlympics.com, NBC.com, the NBC app, or the NBC Olympics app after authenticating their cable subscription.
What to Expect
The opening ceremony will feature a unique and dazzling display, with at least 10,500 athletes floating down the Seine River as part of the celebration. The competitors will convene at the Trocadero, the promenade next to the Eiffel Tower, where traditional events like the lighting of the Olympic torch will take place, witnessed by spectators worldwide.
Hosts and Celebrities
The ceremony will be hosted by a star-studded lineup, including Mike Tirico, Kelly Clarkson, and Peyton Manning. They will be joined by NBC Sports' Maria Taylor, who will accompany Team USA on their boat, and Today hosts Savannah Guthrie and Hoda Kotb, reporting from a bridge along the Seine.
While the Olympic committee has been tight-lipped about specific performers, reports suggest that renowned artists like Celine Dion and Lady Gaga are in town for the event. The artistic direction of the ceremony is overseen by Thomas Jolly, a French theater director known for his productions of Shakespeare's "Henry VI" and "Richard III," as well as the "Starmania" revival.Special Appearances
Expect to see several high-profile celebrities taking part in the ceremony. Snoop Dogg, who joins NBC as a special correspondent for the games, and Salma Hayek are among those carrying the Olympic torch to Paris. Jimmy Fallon will co-host the closing ceremony in September. Additionally, Kevin Hart and Kenan Thompson will team up for an Olympics highlights show, airing two to three times a week throughout the games.
By following this guide, you won't miss a moment of the thrilling opening ceremony that kicks off the 2024 Paris Olympics. Let the games begin!