Hollywood’s biggest stars turned out for the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, with Tom Cruise opening the event before the match between Spain and Argentina.
The actor opened the ceremony with an inspiring speech at New York New Jersey Stadium, noting how the tournament had brought people together from around the world.
“So, as we gather for one final chapter, let us celebrate a tournament that brought the world together. Let us celebrate each other. This is football. This is unity. This is greatness,” Cruise said.
Before the match, Cruise was also seen spending time with Sesame Street characters Elmo and Cookie Monster.
Many popular figures attended the final, including US President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump, Beyoncé and Jay-Z, Matt Damon, Timothée Chalamet and Kylie Jenner, David and Victoria Beckham, Serena Williams, Mick Jagger, Dua Lipa, Will Ferrell, Tom Brady, Kevin Hart, Martha Stewart, Pharrell Williams, Julia Garner, Trevor Noah, Anya Taylor-Joy, and Adrien Brody.
The final also featured FIFA’s first-ever official halftime show. Curated by Coldplay frontman Chris Martin, the performance included BTS, Justin Bieber, Madonna and Shakira.
Actor Jason Sudeikis also appeared in character as Ted Lasso to introduce Bieber, telling him to “make us proud.”
For the closing ceremony, Post Malone performed to Chrome Heartbreaker, Wow, and Sunflower with Swae Lee.
The star-studded evening ended with Spain defeating defending champions Argentina to lift the 2026 FIFA World Cup trophy.
About The Author
