Kelly Clarkson and Peyton Manning
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Kelly Clarkson and Peyton Manning are bringing something new to NBC's coverage of the upcoming Paris Olympics this summer.
The Grammy Award-winning singer and NFL legend will co-host the opening ceremony with sports commentator Mike Tirico, the trio announced. The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon Tuesday evening.
“I'm really happy to say that,” Clarkson joked. “We're holding on to this forever.”
Tirico later told the host about what viewers can expect: It's not a stadium where they walk into the Seine because the players go down the river in boats. Paris will be included. And the competitions in swimming, gymnastics, etc. are going to be great, you know… Team USA Track and Field, Dream Team, Team USA Soccer, Women's Basketball Team could be incredibly strong. ”
When Jimmy Fallon said he would be watching from home, Tirico asked Fallon if he would like to host the Olympics closing ceremony with him. “Are you serious? Is this real? I'm in! I'm in!” Fallon replied excitedly.
hollywood reporter has reached out to Fallon's representative to see if he plans to host the closing ceremony.
Clarkson also said: kelly clarkson show Previously, “We'll be hosting the opening ceremony of the Paris Olympics together. You'll never see these three do anything together. This is the most random thing they've ever done.'' I’m willing to go for it.”
Live NBC coverage of the ceremony will begin July 26 at noon ET on NBC and Peacock.
