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Kathleen Kennedy Replaces Peter Rice as Head of Ceremonies and Content for L.A.’s Olympic Games (Exclusive)

Hollywood veteran Kathleen Kennedy takes the helm of LA 2028 Olympic ceremonies, replacing Netflix exec Peter Rice.

By · Published October 28, 2026  18:30 UTC · Updated October 28, 2026  20:24 UTC

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Who is now leading the ceremonies and content for the LA 2028 Olympics?

Kathleen Kennedy has been appointed as head of ceremonies and content for the Los Angeles 2028 Summer Olympics.

What role does Peter Rice retain after the change?

Peter Rice will remain executive producer for both the opening and closing ceremonies.

Which media outlets reported the appointment?

Variety, the Los Angeles Times, A.V. Club, Deadline and The Hollywood Reporter covered the announcement.

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  • Velocity & Diffusion: Coverage exploded across 6 distinct news outlets with 6 published articles, achieving a live velocity of 18.
  • Primary Driver: Hollywood veteran Kathleen Kennedy takes the helm of LA 2028 Olympic ceremonies, replacing Netflix exec Peter Rice.
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Deadline notes the move signals a deeper infusion of Hollywood production expertise into Olympic pageantry, a shift that could reshape how the ceremonies are staged and broadcast.\n\nThe Olympic organizing committee, athletes and the worldwide television audience will experience Kennedy’s artistic direction, while Rice’s continued role ensures continuity for the marquee segments. The International Olympic Committee is slated to review initial concepts in upcoming planning meetings, and both Kennedy’s and Rice’s teams are expected to deliver storyboards and technical prototypes over the next months.

Stakeholders anticipate that the collaboration will influence venue design, performer selection and live‑stream formatting ahead of the 2028 Games.

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