Olympics 2024
Simone Biles Seemingly Takes Jab at Donald Trump After Paris Olympics Victory: “I Love My Black Job”
Amid her celebrations after winning gold in the 2024 Paris Olympics individual all-around gymnastics final, Simone Biles seemingly took a jab at Donald Trump. The superstar athlete, whose latest win is the sixth Olympic gold medal of her career, reflected on her achievements in a post on X, formerly Twitter, on Friday. “I love my […]
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Olympics Breakout Laurie Hernandez on Shedding Tears, Calling Out Haters and Her Viral Seth Rogen Moment
Laurie Hernandez is proving she’s as much of a natural at commentating the Olympics as she was when competing in them. The 24-year-old media personality has been earning scores of praise this summer for her enthusiastic, insightful and down-to-earth broadcast work as a color commentator for NBC’s coverage of women’s artistic gymnastics events at the […]
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Olympics Supercharges Max Streaming Growth in Europe (Exclusive)
Warner Bros. Discovery is Max-ing out on the Olympics. Over the first five days of the Paris Olympics, viewership and subscriber growth on WBD’s Max streaming platform in Europe has outpaced expectations, boding well for the streamer’s prospects as it expands its continental footprint. Official figures, supplied to The Hollywood Reporter, show that, so far, […]
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5 Times Snoop Dogg Proved Himself a National Treasure at the 2024 Olympics
Snoop Dogg’s latest side quest, the 2024 Paris Olympic Games, has proven to be an unforgettable one, not only for the legendary rapper but also for fans across the United States. The “Drop It Like It’s Hot” artist, who’s been in Paris helping NBC with its primetime coverage, could arguably be Team USA’s biggest fan. […]
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No Bad Hair Days: Simone Biles Responds to Critics and Reveals Her Must-Have Hair Care Products
While busy winning two gold metals this Olympics so far, the most decorated gymnast of all time took a moment to address the haters. “Next time you wanna comment on a black girls hair. JUST DON’T,” Simone Biles wrote on her recent Instagram story. And as the athlete shuts down both the competition and the […]
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Tom Cruise to Skydive in Paris Olympics Closing Ceremony
Tom Cruise will reportedly have a starring role in the Paris 2024 Olympic Games’ Aug. 11 closing ceremony, when he may skydive to the Hollywood Sign during the orchestrated handoff to Los Angeles for the 2028 Olympiad. According to TMZ, the stunt was quietly shot in March. Cruise has attended the Paris games, including for […]
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Simone Biles Wins Gold in 2024 Paris Olympics All-Around Gymnastics Final as Suni Lee Scores Bronze
Simone Biles remains peerless. Even when she’s not quite perfect. The American gymnastics star edged Brazil’s Rebeca Andrade during a tense Paris Olympic all-around final Thursday. Biles’ total of 59.131 was just over a point ahead of Andrade at 57.932, one of the closest calls Biles has ever endured at a major international event. Sunisa Lee, the […]
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Inside NBC’s ‘Gold Zone,’ the Olympics Show Taking Peacock By Storm
Sitting at the desk in his dressing room on July 30, Scott Hanson was in full prep mode, furiously scribbling notes, plucking out key sports, athletes and moments that he wanted to feature when he went on the air to host Gold Zone in about an hour and a half. Hanson was surrounded by screens. […]
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J.K. Rowling Misgenders Female Olympian as Boxing Controversy Unfolds in Paris
Harry Potter creator J.K. Rowling is drawing criticism after labeling a female Olympic boxer a man. The fight between Italian boxer Angela Carini and Algeria’s Imane Khelif ended after just 46 seconds on Thursday when Carini broke down in tears and abandoned the bout, later telling reporters: “I was told a lot of times that […]
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Simone Biles Is Back: How to Watch Gymnastics at the 2024 Paris Olympics Online Free
After a colorful and tres chic Opening Ceremony, the 2024 Paris Summer Olympics have officially kicked off, with two weeks of competition from France. Along with swimming and basketball, one of the most-anticipated events of the Summer Games will be the gymnastics competition, with Simone Biles undoubtedly as one of the marquee names in the […]
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‘The Chosen’ Creator Responds to Olympics Uproar With First Look at Season 5’s Last Supper
The creator of The Chosen has responded to the uproar over a controversial tableau at the Olympics opening ceremony by posting a first look at his staging of The Last Supper in the show’s upcoming fifth season. Dallas Jenkins took to Instagram and wrote, “Is this better than the Olympics imagery?” and posted an image […]
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Olympics 2024 Most Viral Moments: Stephen Nedoroscik, Ilona Maher, Simone Biles and More
The Paris Olympics have gifted the internet with a number of fan-favorite athletes, as both new and familiar faces captivate audiences around the world. As the games progress, fans contribute to a growing list of viral moments that celebrate the Olympics’ predisposition for fantastic comeback stories, heroic displays of talent and, sometimes, just the right […]
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