US EditionPeter Rice to Oversee Opening and Closing Ceremonies for 2028 LA Olympics and Paralympics
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA, JUL 23 – Peter Rice will leverage his extensive Hollywood experience to lead creative production of opening and closing ceremonies at two iconic venues for the 2028 Olympics and Paralympics.
- In Los Angeles, Peter Rice has been named head of ceremonies and content for the 2028 Summer Olympics and Paralympics, LA28 organizers said Wednesday.
- Selecting Rice prompted the LA28 committee, as they face the challenge of creatively conveying the scale and cultural significance of the Games.
- In a statement, Peter Rice said, "I'm thrilled to deliver a powerful artistic experience that adds a new chapter to LA's Olympic and Paralympic story," noting his creative vision.
- The LA28 president and chairperson Casey Wasserman praised Rice for creativity, operational insight and production excellence, calling his leadership essential for delivering memorable Olympic ceremonies.
- The 2028 Opening Ceremony on July 14, 2028, at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT, will take place at the LA Memorial Coliseum and SoFi Stadium, with additional schedule details.
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Peter Rice to oversee opening and closing ceremonies for 2028 LA Olympics and Paralympics
Peter Rice, former chairman of Walt Disney Television and head of 21st Century Fox, has been hired to oversee the opening and closing ceremonies for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics and Paralympics.
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Hollywood executive Peter Rice named head of ceremonies for 2028 Olympics
LOS ANGELES :Organisers of the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics have named TV and film executive Peter Rice as head of ceremonies and content, marking the first time a major Hollywood figure will oversee the creative production of the Olympic and Paralympic ceremonies. Rice, who has had senior leadership experience
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