Jackie Chan and the French astronaut, stars carrying the Paralympic torch in Paris 2024

On Wednesday night, the 7th of September, Paris will witness the opening ceremony that will remain forever in the history of the Paralympic Games. This is the first time that France is hosting this international event, and the torch-carrying ceremony started yesterday and continues until the opening day.

On the historical route of carrying the torch, well-known figures from the world of art and science are also present. Among the most prominent of them is “Jackie Chan”, the 70-year-old legend of Hong Kong cinema and master of stunts, who gives special energy to this ceremony by carrying the torch. 65-year-old French astronaut Jean-Francois Clarovi is another prominent person who carries the torch. The presence of these figures promises a unique event in the heart of Paris.

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