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Mariah Carey - Merry Christmas One And All! - New York
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The Queen of Christmas is set to become the Queen of the 2026 Winter Olympics. Pop icon Mariah Carey will headline the opening ceremony of the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics on February 6, officially launching the Games before a global audience. Known for her powerhouse vocals and decades-spanning influence, Carey’s performance is expected to be one of the most memorable moments of the ceremony.

In a press release, Olympic officials said, “Mariah’s appearance embodies the ceremony’s central theme of Harmony, blending music and sport to highlight inclusion, respect, and cultural exchange.”