Tom Cruise made a splash during the closing ceremony of the Olympics, celebrating with a stunt that’s taken social media by storm, clocking in at 10 million views.
The Top Gun: Maverick star, at 62, performed an incredible leap from the roof of Stade de France. His appearance featured an electrifying guitar performance by H.E.R. while the American national anthem played, marking the transition from Paris to the upcoming 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles.
Once on firm ground, Cruise was met by enthusiastic athletes. Olympic legend Simone Biles graciously handed him the Olympic flag, which Cruise then secured onto his motorcycle.
He rode off into a pre-recorded video showcasing his journey from Paris to L.A.
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On social media, he shared a photo with the caption, “Thank you, Paris! Now off to LA,” which caused a buzz with millions of views on both X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram.
Fans responded with excitement, with the official account for the 2028 Los Angeles Games commenting, “MISSION COMPLETE 😎.” Stade de France chimed in, “How was the view from up there?🔥🥰” Meanwhile, the Mission: Impossible franchise quipped, “In true Mission fashion. #TomCruise“
Paramount Pictures took a moment to honor Cruise on X, reflecting on his rich career and dedication to the film industry. Their heartfelt post praised him as a consistent figure of excellence while congratulating the Olympic athletes for their achievements.
The studio teased, “Tom, we can’t wait to unveil what’s next this coming May 23rd,” hinting at the much-anticipated Mission: Impossible 8, set for a May 2025 release.
Expressing his pride in the ongoing collaborations, Cruise remarked, “I look forward to sharing our next Mission!”
Throughout the Paris Olympics, Cruise took part in various events, including swimming, gymnastics, and women’s soccer, where he witnessed the USA team clinch gold against Brazil. “It’s incredible what they do,” he enthused to Reuters.
A long-time Olympics fan, Cruise notably carried the Olympic torch during the 2004 relay in Dodger Stadium, leading up to the Athens Games.