Content overview: “Kathleen Kennedy, Producer of ‘Star Wars’ and ‘E.T.’, to Lead 2028 LA Olympics Ceremonies ”. Veteran Hollywood producer Kathleen Kennedy, known for blockbusters like ‘Star Wars’ and ‘E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial,’ will oversee the ceremonies for the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles. The announcement positions Kennedy, a co-founder of Amblin Entertainment and current president of Lucasfilm,
The announcement positions Kennedy, a co-founder of Amblin Entertainment and current president of Lucasfilm, at the helm of one of the world’s most-watched cultural events. In a statement, Kennedy said, “Sport remains one of the great unifying experiences we share,” signaling her intent to blend athletic spectacle with storytelling. The 2028 Games are expected to draw global audiences in the billions, and organizers are betting on Kennedy’s narrative instincts to craft opening and closing shows that resonate beyond sport. This listing links straight to the original page, where the content is available in full.