Queen Elizabeth II opened the 2012 Summer Olympics in London.
Queen Elizabeth II officially opened the London 2012 Summer Olympics on July 27, a grand ceremony held at the Olympic Stadium. As a central figure in a dramatic and memorable opening sequence, her involvement brought immense pride and global recognition to the UK. Her declaration marked the beginning of an event that showcased London's spirit and diversity and further cemented her status as an enduring symbol of the Commonwealth’s unity and global solidarity in sports. This occasion also reinforced her decades-long association and support for the Olympic movement.