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Originally Published 21 days ago — by NBC News
Jackie Chan participated in the Olympic torch relay by carrying the flame through the ancient ruins of Pompeii as part of the Milan Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics, which will travel nearly 7,500 miles across Italy before the opening ceremony in Milan.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Billboard
Over the years, numerous musicians have had the honor of carrying the Olympic torch, including BTS' Jin in 2024 and John Legend in 2012. Other notable torchbearers include Olivia Newton-John, Will.i.am, and Loretta Lynn, among others. This tradition, which began in 1936, symbolizes peace and friendship and involves thousands of participants relaying the flame from Greece to the host city of the Olympic Games.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by BBC.com
The Olympic torch for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games was lit in a ceremony in ancient Olympia, Greece, by Greek actress Mary Mina due to cloudy skies preventing the traditional sun lighting. The torch will travel across Greece, over the Mediterranean on a ship, through mainland France, and to France's overseas territories before arriving in Paris for the opening ceremony on 26 July.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CNN
The torch for the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games has been unveiled by French designer Mathieu Lehanneur. The torch, weighing 3.3 pounds, features a sleek and chic design with a ripple effect to evoke moving water. It will be the first torch in Olympic history to be used for both the Olympics and Paralympics, symbolizing the aim to build bridges between the two events. The torch will be made from 100% recycled steel, reducing the impact of production. The flame is set to reach the Olympic cauldron in Paris on July 26, 2024, and will remain lit until the closing ceremony two weeks later.