Today, LA28 announced a stellar musical lineup for the highly anticipated LA28 Handover, set to take place during the finale of the Paris 2024 Closing Ceremony on August 11. The event will feature performances by some of Southern California’s most iconic artists, including Grammy and Academy Award-winning Billie Eilish, Grammy-winning Red Hot Chili Peppers, and legendary rapper Snoop Dogg, who also serves as a correspondent for NBCUniversal at the Paris Olympics. Additionally, Grammy, Academy, and Emmy Award-winning artist H.E.R. will deliver a live performance of the U.S. national anthem in Paris. The entire ceremony, including the LA28 Handover, will be broadcast live in primetime on NBC and Peacock.
“This is the biggest moment in LA28 history to date, as the Olympic flag passes from Paris to LA,” said LA28 Chairperson and President Casey Wasserman. “We are thrilled to feature the very best of LA with local artists and are grateful to Billie, H.E.R., the Chili Peppers, and Snoop for their collaboration on what will be an incredible show to a global audience that will give fans a taste of what’s to come in 2028.”
The LA28 Handover will mark the beginning of the countdown to the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, and the lineup reflects LA’s vibrant culture, diversity, and creativity, with sports at its core. Joining the musical stars are Team USA Olympians, including two-time Olympic medalist skateboarder Jagger Eaton, mountain biker Kate Courtney, and track and field gold medalist Michael Johnson. Each of these athletes has been part of LA28’s journey and recently had custom-designed LA28 emblems released in July.
Molly Solomon, Executive Producer and President of NBC Olympics Programming, emphasized the significance of this moment, stating, “The countdown to LA28 begins with the Paris Closing Ceremony. As we conclude one of the most spectacular Games ever, Paris will hand over the Olympic flag to Los Angeles, who gets things started with a powerhouse lineup of musical superstars that will rock the world. But the party doesn’t stop there.”
The LA28 Handover celebration, produced by Fulwell 73 Productions under the creative direction of Emmy Award-winning executive producer Ben Winston, promises to capture the essence of Los Angeles, blending music, sport, and Hollywood magic. With additional surprise guests expected, this event will showcase the heartbeat of LA, a city where people from all over the world come to pursue their dreams.
In addition to the Handover, NBC and Peacock will air “Countdown to LA28,” presented by Visit California, later that evening. Hosted by tennis champion and entrepreneur Venus Williams, the show will feature extended musical performances, a sneak peek into the LA28 Games, and behind-the-scenes footage of the Handover. Special guests include Olympic legends Carl Lewis and Sugar Ray Leonard, along with USA Water Polo Hall of Famer Brenda Villa and Paralympic swimmer Rudy Garcia-Tolson.
The Paris 2024 Closing Ceremony will air live on Sunday, August 11, at 3 p.m. Eastern / 12 p.m. Pacific, with a primetime airing at 7 p.m. ET/PT. “Countdown to LA28” will follow at 10 p.m. ET/PT on NBC and Peacock.
Key Highlights:
- Star-Studded Performances: Billie Eilish, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Snoop Dogg, and H.E.R. lead the LA28 Handover lineup.
- Olympic Countdown Begins: The Handover marks the official start of the countdown to the LA28 Games.
- LA’s Culture on Display: The event will showcase LA’s entertainment, diversity, and creativity, with a touch of Hollywood magic.
- Special Broadcasts: The Closing Ceremony and “Countdown to LA28” will air live on NBC and Peacock, featuring special guests and extended performances.
