The opening ceremonies for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Canada and the United States were star-studded, with some of Hollywood’s biggest stars sitting in the stands, joining fans in cheering on their teams.
The big event in Los Angeles proved to be a celebrity spectacle, with Hollywood stars, from Tom Cruise, to David Beckhan and Katy Perry, stealing all the attention.
Tom Cruise greets fans
Cruz was all eyes on him during the USA’s World Cup opener against Paraguay at SoFi Stadium. Videos circulating online saw Mission: Impossible star and football icon David Beckham greeting fans throughout the match. The actor was seen signing autographs on T-shirts, taking selfies, and even shaking hands with members of the public around his VIP booth.Cruz and Beckham were among a group of celebrity guests who attended the Group D match. Elsewhere in the stands, fans saw Katy Perry and her boyfriend Justin Trudeau watching the match after her electrifying performance.
The match also attracted many well-known faces from socialite Paris Hilton, actor Jamie Foxx and actor Vince Vaughn.
Ryan Reynolds Cheers to Canada at Toronto Stadium
Meanwhile, Canada’s historic first men’s World Cup match on home soil attracted its share of celebrity star power.
Actor and Wrexham co-owner Ryan Reynolds was among the notable attendees at Toronto Stadium as Canada faced Bosnia and Herzegovina in their opening Group B match. Reynolds was seen celebrating Canada’s equalizer, which secured a 1-1 draw and secured their first ever point in a FIFA World Cup.
George Lucas He attends the event with his wife
Also spotted at Los Angeles Stadium were legendary director George Lucas and his wife, Melody Hobson, watching the United States vs. Paraguay match.
Spotted by Mike Myers
Fellow Canadian star Mike Myers was also present, sporting Canadian colours.