See All the Celebrities at the 2024 Summer Olympics Opening Ceremony (So Far)
Let the Games Begin! See photos of the many stars in attendance at the 2024 Paris Summer Olympics' kickoff, featuring performances from Lady Gaga and Celine Dion
Stars gathered on the banks of the iconic Seine river in Paris for the 2024 Summer Olympics opening ceremony.
On July 26, the Summer Games kicked off in grand fashion (and in a total downpour) with barges containing each country's delegation of athletes floating down the Seine, soundtracked by performances from artists including Lady Gaga and Celine Dion. Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo, John Legend, Chrissy Teigen, Kelly Clarkson and more A-listers walked a pathway in the shadow of the Eiffel Tower ahead of the ceremony.
See the best photos of all the celebrities at the Paris Olympics as the Games officially commence.
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Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo
The Wicked costars came in their characters' signature colors. (Cynthia is in Louis Vuitton with Roberto Coin jewelry, while Ariana is in Thom Browne.)
John Legend and Chrissy Teigen
Chrissy Teigen and John Legend brought their kids Miles and Luna to take in the festivities.
Kelly Clarkson
Kelly Clarkson, who will be one of NBC's hosts for the games, appeared in U.S.A.-appropriate navy and silver with red lipstick.
Pharrell Williams
Pharrell Williams, men's creative director of Louis Vuitton, made a stylish appearance shortly after running with the torch.
Serena Williams
No stranger to the Olympics herself, the tennis legend appeared in a bright red Dolce & Gabbana dress.
Emma Chamberlain
Emma Chamberlain, a fashion ambassador with plenty of French connections (including Cartier and Lancôme) makes a stylish appearance.
Peyton Manning
Peyton Manning, another NBC host appears, ahead of the ceremonies.
Shaun White and Nina Dobrev
Winter Olympics legend Shaun White and his girlfriend Nina Dobrev wear U.S.A. gear from Ralph Lauren.
Lauren Bush Lauren and David Lauren
Ralph Lauren family members and fashion designers represent the brand (which in turn represents the athletes).
Alex Cooper and Matthew Kaplan
Alex Cooper and Matthew Kaplan attend the event.
Lindsey Vonn
Another Winter Olympics medalist, Lindsey Vonn, appears in her own U.S.A.-appropriate red, white and blue.
Anna Wintour and Baz Luhrmann
Vogue editor Anna Wintour and director Baz Luhrmann enjoy the City of Light in the pouring rain.
Lady Gaga
Lady Gaga wears Dior Haute Couture to perform.
Aya Nakamura
Aya Nakamura performed on the Pont des Arts footbridge in Dior Haute Couture.
Celine Dion
Celine Dion had an epic finish to the Opening Ceremony, performing "Hymne à l'amour" under the glowing Olympic rings on the Eiffel Tower.
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