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Olympics name Kathleen Kennedy to lead opening and closing ceremonies

Original: Olympics tap former Lucasfilm boss Kathleen Kennedy to lead opening and closing ceremonies

Olympic organisers have appointed Kathleen Kennedy, the longtime Lucasfilm president and one of Hollywood's most successful producers, to lead the production of the Games' opening and closing ceremonies. Kennedy, who steered the Star Wars and Indiana Jones franchises for over a decade, will now oversee two of the world's most-watched live events, drawing attention to the Games' growing reliance on top entertainment-industry talent.

Why now: A major Hollywood figure taking charge of high-profile Olympic ceremonies is notable entertainment and sports news.

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