- Primary Subject: Tom Cruise’s status for the 2026 Winter Olympics
- Key Update: New developments have emerged regarding Tom Cruise’s rumored appearance in the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan.
- Status: Confirmed
- Last Verified: February 6, 2026
- Quick Answer: No, Tom Cruise is not attending. Despite the speculation, the actor is currently in Los Angeles and will skip the Milan opening ceremony.
There have been rumors that Tom Cruise will attend the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan and participate in the opening ceremony. But is there any truth to all of it?
The Hollywood A-lister notably performed a daredevil stunt at the closing ceremony of the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, which went viral online. Fans have been speculating that he might be involved in the upcoming Olympics ceremony in Milan once again and potentially do another live stunt. However, it looks like that might not be the case at all.
Is Tom Cruise Attending the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan?
Deadline has confirmed that Cruise will NOT be attending the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan after all, nor will he be in Italy during the games.
He was recently spotted in Los Angeles last Wednesday night, ending all speculation that he would participate in the opening ceremony today, February 6.
Rumors claimed that the Mission: Impossible star has already rented a luxury chalet on the outskirts of the glitzy resort of Cortina d’Ampezzo, where some of the games will be held.
His attendance was reportedly part of his role as ambassador for the 2028 Los Angeles Summer Olympics. However, it looks like there was no truth to the speculations after all.
So far, Cruise has not made any public comments on the rumors and speculation about his involvement in the Olympics.
Who Are the Celebrities That Are Attending the 2026 Winter Olympics?
While Cruise will not be able to participate in the 2026 Winter Olympics, there are still many celebrities fans can look forward to seeing during the opening ceremony.
Mariah Carey and Andrea Bocelli are confirmed to headline the opening ceremony.
Italian performers such as Pierfrancesco Favino, Sabrina Impacciatore, singer-songwriter Laura Pausini, opera star Cecilia Bartoli, and rapper Ghali are confirmed to attend.
Snoop Dogg will also participate as a special correspondent for NBC’s coverage. Usher, Marisa Tomei, Benito Skinner, and Maggie Rodgers were spotted attending an Olympic-related event by Ralph Lauren last Thursday.
Fans should stay tuned for more star attendance at the Olympics throughout the games.
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