But there was a mix-up with the timings, it seemed, as a legion of fans expressed their displeasure over what they slammed as the "dull" closing moments, with some threatening to switch off in frustration.
Yet, unbeknownst to them, a treat was in store, as Cruise ultimately drove the audience wild with an e lectrifying, high-flying stunt in celebration of the LA takeover.
One viewer voiced: "If it wasn't for Tom Cruise I'd already be out, I've been to cheerier funerals, it's over time to celebrate and party with these athletes." Another complained: "Just awful. Have a clue what's going on! Where's #Tom? ? " while another chimed in with anticipation: "Can we just get onto the Tom Cruise ridiculous stunt part now please," reports the Express .
A fourth remarked sarcastically about the slow pace: "I mean.. the music to the VT is good....? If Tom Cruise doesn't appear soon I'm going to bed." And a fifth joined in the sentiment, saying: "If Tom Cruise doesn't throw himself off the roof of the stadium I'll be very upset."
As for Billie Eilish, who was also set to serenade the crowd, one viewer asked impatiently: "Where's Billie Eilish, it's almost bed time ffs." Someone else aligned with that impatience: "Me patiently waiting for Billie's performance but that means having to watch 3 hours of a closing ceremony."
Cruise made a surprise appearance at the Stade de France, suddenly appearing on the roof before rappelling down to the ground. The laid-back star then greeted the crowd as he crossed to the other side, hopped on a motorbike with the Olympic flag and rode out of view.
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In an impressive video , Tom was seen flying from Paris to Los Angeles, skydiving out of the plane to land beside the iconic Hollywood sign adorned with the Olympic rings. This led to musical performances by Eilish, Snoop Dogg, and Red Hot Chilli Peppers.
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