The 2008 Summer Olympics closing ceremony (see photos here) was held at the Beijing National Stadium, also known as the Bird's Nest. It was directed by Chinese filmmaker Zhang Yimou and began at 8:00 pm on August 24, 2008 (the post-introductory main ceremony began at 8:08 pm). The number 8 is associated with prosperity and confidence in Chinese culture.
The musical acts included:
British singer Leona Lewis and Led Zeppelin guitarist Jimmy Page (with association football player David Beckham making an appearance)
Hong Kong singer Andy Lau
Hong Kong singers Kelly Chen and Joey Yung, Chinese American singer Wang Lee Hom and South Korean entertainer Rain
Han Hong
Jackie Chan
The 2008 Olympic Closing Ceremony also included the handover of the games from Beijing to London. Guo Jinlong, the Mayor of Beijing handed over the Olympic flag to the Mayor of London, Boris Johnson, and there was a performance organized by the London Organising Committee for the Olympic Games (LOCOG)
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