Paris is closing out two and a half extraordinary weeks of Olympic sports and emotion with a star-studded sunset show in France’s national stadium, handing over hosting duties for the Summer Games to the next city in line: Los Angeles in 2028, The Associated Press reported.
In photos: Paris Olympics closing ceremony
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The audience watches behind suspended Olympic rings during the 2024 Summer Olympics closing ceremony at the Stade de France, in Saint-Denis, France, Aug. 11, 2024.
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Fireworks explode during the 2024 Summer Olympics closing ceremony at the Stade de France, Aug. 11, 2024, in Saint-Denis, France.
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Spectators applaud during the 2024 Summer Olympics closing ceremony at the Stade de France, in Saint-Denis, France, Aug. 11, 2024.
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Artists perform during the 2024 Summer Olympics closing ceremony at the Stade de France, Aug. 11, 2024, in Saint-Denis, France.