Tom Cruise

, known for his high-octane action roles in blockbuster films like ‘Top Gun’ and the ‘Mission Impossible’ series, took his love for adrenaline-pumping stunts to a whole new level during the

Paris Olympics

closing ceremony. The event, already packed with star-studded performances, reached a thrilling peak when Cruise made a jaw-dropping entrance from the sky, marking the official handover of the Olympic flag to the

Los Angeles Olympics

committee.

A spectacular closing ceremony
The closing ceremony of the Paris Olympics was a grand spectacle, featuring performances by world-renowned artists such as Lady Gaga and Celine Dion. Their electrifying acts lit up the stage, captivating both the live audience and viewers worldwide. According to reports, these artists were handsomely compensated for their performances, with earnings running into millions. The organizers spared no expense, ensuring that the event was a fitting conclusion to one of the world’s most prestigious sporting events.
Tom Cruise’s show-stopping stunt

Amidst the musical performances, Tom Cruise’s stunt stood out as the highlight of the evening. The ‘Jack Reacher’ star, who is no stranger to performing his own stunts, stunned the audience as he descended from the sky during the ceremony. This daring act was not just a visual spectacle but also a symbolic moment, as it accompanied the official handover of the Olympic flag to the Los Angeles committee, signaling the start of preparations for the next Olympic Games.

Tom Cruise’s breathtaking stunt didn’t just earn him applause; it also reportedly earned him a substantial paycheck. According to an Economic Times report, sources indicate that the actor was one of the highest-paid celebrities at the Paris Olympics closing ceremony, allegedly pocketing between $1 million and $2 million for his role in the event. This places his earnings on par with the top-performing artists at the ceremony, although his stunt was in a league of its own.

As the world now turns its attention to the Los Angeles Olympics, Cruise’s

skydiving stunt

will be remembered as one of the standout moments of the Paris Games, a fitting end to an event that celebrated the very best of sport and entertainment.