Mariah Carey was one of the main protagonists of the opening ceremony of the Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026.
The renowned American singer dazzled the international audience with a performance full of elegance, symbolism and vocal power, consolidating one of the most memorable moments of the start of the winter sports competition.
The artist took the stage at the San Siro Stadium in Milan on Friday, February 6, 2026, where she gave a performance that combined music, glamour and a message of unity between cultures. Her participation was greeted with a standing ovation by the audience, as well as by millions of viewers who followed the broadcast around the world.
Mariah Carey: A musical tribute with an international stamp
During her performance, Mariah Carey interpreted the iconic Italian song “Nel blu, dipinto di blu”, popularized by Domenico Modugno and considered one of the most representative hymns of Italian music. The singer achieved an emotional and elegant version, integrating fragments in English and Italian, which added a multicultural and respectful touch to the tribute.
In addition, the pop diva performed “Nothing Is Impossible”, a song by the Australian band Planetshakers, reinforcing the message of hope, self-improvement and unity that characterizes the Olympic spirit. The combination of both songs conveyed a powerful narrative, aligned with the values of the Olympic Games and the start of an edition that seeks to inspire the world.
One of the most striking aspects of the night was Mariah Carey’s stunning wardrobe. The design was by renowned designer Fausto Puglisi and consisted of an elegant white dress, adorned with silver details and hundreds of rhinestones that reflected the light of the stage.
The singer complemented her outfit with a striking white feather boa, which added drama and sophistication to her stage presence. Every detail was carefully thought out to reinforce the iconic image of the performer, who has been known throughout her career for combining music and fashion as part of her personal signature.
The start of a historic Olympic edition
The Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic Games will be the twenty-fifth edition of this international competition. Although the opening ceremony took place on February 6, sports activities began on Wednesday, February 4, with disciplines such as curling, ice hockey, luge, ski jumping and alpine skiing.
Although Saturday, February 7 is considered the first official day of competition, the early start allowed athletes and spectators to begin to experience the Olympic atmosphere from previous days, generating great expectation and enthusiasm.
The Milano Cortina 2026 edition will take place across several venues in Italy, celebrating not only the sport, but also the culture and tradition of the host country. The closing ceremony is expected to take place on Sunday, February 22 in the city of Verona, bringing to an end more than two weeks of competition and memorable moments.
With her performance, Mariah Carey made it clear why she remains one of the most influential voices in international music, bringing sparkle and excitement to the start of an Olympic Games that has already begun to write its own history.
Here you can watch part of Mariah Carey’s performance at the Winter Olympics.
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