Archive · 23 Jul 2025
Peter Rice to Lead 2028 LA Olympics Ceremonies
The 2028 Los Angeles Olympics has hired Peter Rice, a big shot from the TV and movie world, to plan the opening and closing ceremonies.
He's worked with companies like Disney and has experience with big sports events.
He wants the ceremonies to show off Los Angeles's cool and creative side.
The ceremonies will happen at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum and the SoFi Stadium.
The Olympics start in July 2028, followed by the Paralympic Games in August.
This will be the first time Los Angeles has hosted the Paralympics.
Peter Rice, a TV and film executive, is named head of ceremonies and content for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
Rice has experience from 21st Century Fox and The Walt Disney Company.
He will oversee the Opening and Closing Ceremonies at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum and SoFi Stadium.
Rice aims to capture LA's energy and creativity, drawing on his experience with global sporting events.
The LA Games will open July 14, 2028, with the Paralympics in August.
- Who
- Peter Rice and LA28 organizers.
- What
- Peter Rice named head of ceremonies and content for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
- When
- The LA Games open on July 14, 2028.
- Where
- Los Angeles, at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum and SoFi Stadium.
- Why
- To create memorable ceremonies representing LA's spirit.
- Event
- 2028 Los Angeles Olympics
- Role
- Head of ceremonies and content
- Name
- Peter Rice
- Venues
- Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum and SoFi Stadium
- Start Date
- July 14, 2028
- Experience
- 21st Century Fox, The Walt Disney Company