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Kathleen Kennedy to Lead LA Olympics Ceremonies After 'Star Wars' Exit
Variety • • general
Key Points:
- Kathleen Kennedy, former Lucasfilm president, has been appointed head of ceremonies and content for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, replacing Peter Rice, who will remain involved as executive producer.
- Kennedy will oversee all four ceremonies, including the Olympic and Paralympic opening and closing events in July and August 2028.
- LA28 chair Casey Wasserman praised Kennedy as a Hollywood legend, emphasizing her ability to bring cinematic magic to the global event.
- Kennedy expressed enthusiasm for the role, highlighting her lifelong connection to the Olympics and her commitment to realizing Wasserman's vision for the Games.
- Kennedy's career includes producing major films with Steven Spielberg and revitalizing the Star Wars franchise, though her tenure at Lucasfilm saw both successes and setbacks.
