# Olympics tap former Lucasfilm boss Kathleen Kennedy to lead opening and closing ceremonies

- URL: https://talkfuse.com/story/olympics-tap-former-lucasfilm-boss-kathleen-kennedy-to-lead-opening-and-closing-ceremonies/
- Published: 2026-10-29T15:25:39+00:00
- Updated: 2026-11-04T05:02:42+00:00
- Original publisher: Fox News (publisher lean: Right)
- Original article: https://www.foxnews.com/outkick-sports/olympics-tap-former-lucasfilm-boss-kathleen-kennedy-lead-opening-closing-ceremonies
- Topics: Entertainment, Film, TV, World

## Key points

- Kathleen Kennedy will lead production for both LA28 ceremonies.
- Peter Rice left the role after taking a job at Netflix.
- The opening ceremony is planned across two venues on 14 July 2028.

## Summary

Kathleen Kennedy has been appointed to lead the production teams for the opening and closing ceremonies of the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, after the original choice, Peter Rice, took a role at Netflix. The appointment brings a prominent Hollywood producer to a major event, with organisers saying they want ceremonies that reflect Los Angeles and make a lasting impression.

Kennedy will remain an executive producer while assembling teams for both ceremonies. The opening ceremony is scheduled for 14 July 2028, with events at the Los Angeles Coliseum and SoFi Stadium at the same time. Her film credits include *E.T.*, *Back to the Future* and *Jurassic Park*; the article also notes criticism of her tenure leading Lucasfilm, particularly over Disney-era *Star Wars*.

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