Paris 2024 Olympics Closing Ceremony: A Spectacular End to an Unforgettable Games

Paris, the City of Light, was bathed in a golden glow one last time as the 2024 Summer Olympics came to a close in a dazzling ceremony at the Stade de France. The world watched as the iconic Olympic flame was extinguished, marking the end of 16 days of incredible athletic feats, national pride, and the shared spirit of humanity.

And, like, the best part? Tom Cruise and Snoop Dogg made surprise appearances! I mean, can you even?!

The Ultimate Vibe

So, like, the night started with this super gorge light show that turned the whole stadium into, like, a rainbow dream. Athletes from all over strutted their stuff during the parade of nations, and it was, like, a total love fest. I’m talking unity, babe! And the music? There were, like, French tunes, and even international hits, so everyone was, like, vibing. Oh, and when that children’s choir sang “La Marseillaise”? Literal chills.

Then, President Emmanuel Macron—such a cutie—gave this totally heartfelt speech. He was optimistic about the potential for the global community to “do great things” together.

“And for me, what’s very important is that our people, our athletes and, more than that, our capacity to organize and the French public’s capacity of enthusiasm did provide to the rest of the world,” Macron said. “The fact that we are a great nation able to welcome the rest of the world, being in fraternity with the rest of the world and engaging all together and delivering such a positive message.”

He thanked the athletes and volunteers who totally slayed the whole event. He was right, though—these volunteers were, like, the unsung heroes.

The Highlights

USA: Literally Slaying the Medals Game – Team USA was, like, the star of the show with 126 medals. Simone Biles was, like, flipping and twirling her way to three golds and one silver, and Katie Ledecky? Like, duh, she was swimming circles around everyone with her four medals (two are golds).
France: Golden and Glowing – Host country France was, like, living their best life with 64 medals – 16 gold.
China Making History – China came in hot with 91 medals. Their diving, gymnastics, and table tennis teams? Like, unstoppable.
Africa: A Total Glow-Up – African countries were, like, seriously showing up! Kenya (11 medals) and Ethiopia (4 medals) dominated the track.

Looking to LA 2028

As the Olympic flag was handed off to Los Angeles, everyone was, like, “Yasss, LA, we’re ready!” LA 2028 is going to be, like, totally epic. Paris set the bar, but, LA is so ready to rise to the challenge.

A Legacy of Paris 2024

So as the fireworks lit up the Paris sky, everyone was feeling, like, all the feels. The Paris Olympics were, like, not just about sports—they were about making the world a better place. We’ve got four years until we all meet again in LA, but, like, Paris 2024? It’ll live in our hearts forever.

Medal Table Highlights