Olympics tap former Lucasfilm boss Kathleen Kennedy to lead opening and closing ceremonies
- 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.
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…