Lucasfilm veteran Kennedy to helm LA 2028 Olympic ceremonies

Kennedy, who served as president of Lucasfilm and is known for her work on some of Hollywood's biggest blockbuster franchises, will take the helm of ceremony production for the Los Angeles 2028 Games, organizers announced Wednesday. Her appointment marks a significant coup for the Olympic committee, bringing substantial entertainment industry expertise to one of the world's most-watched sporting events.

The veteran producer's track record in large-scale, high-budget productions positions her to manage the complex logistics and creative vision required for Olympic opening and closing ceremonies, which typically feature elaborate performances, technological displays, and cultural storytelling elements.

Kennedy's involvement reflects the Los Angeles organizing committee's strategy to leverage the region's entertainment talent and resources for the 2028 Games. The ceremonies will be pivotal moments to showcase both the city's creative capabilities and the Olympic spirit to a global television audience expected to number in the billions.

The 2028 Los Angeles Olympics will mark the third time the city has hosted the Summer Games, following previous editions in 1932 and 1984.