Archive · 23 Jul 2025
Former Disney TV Chief to Oversee LA Olympics Ceremonies
Imagine a really big party, the Olympics!
Peter Rice, a former TV boss, is now in charge of making the opening and closing ceremonies super exciting.
He'll plan all the fun stuff like the music, lights, and performances.
The Olympics happen in Los Angeles in 2028, and there are both regular games and special games for athletes with disabilities.
Rice used to work for Disney and Fox, so he knows a lot about making great shows.
He will make sure the ceremonies are memorable, using the cool stadiums in Los Angeles and celebrating the city's culture.
Peter Rice has been appointed Head of Ceremonies and Content for the LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Rice will oversee the creative vision and production of all four ceremonies.
The Olympic Games will run from July 14-30, 2028.
The Paralympic Games will run from August 15-27, 2028.
Rice previously held high-level positions at Disney and 21st Century Fox.
- Who
- Peter Rice, former Disney TV executive.
- What
- Peter Rice will oversee the creative vision and production of the Olympic and Paralympic Games ceremonies.
- When
- The Olympic Games will be in July 2028, and the Paralympic Games in August 2028.
- Where
- Los Angeles, CA
- Why
- To create memorable opening and closing ceremonies for the LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
- Role
- Head of Ceremonies and Content, LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games
- Event
- LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games
- Olympic Games Dates
- July 14-30, 2028
- Paralympic Games Dates
- August 15-27, 2028
- Former Position
- Chairman of Walt Disney Television