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Andrea Bocelli's 'Nessun Dorma' performance at Winter Olympics opening ceremony wins hearts: 'The one and only'
Andrea Bocelli earned praise from fans who hailed him as “the one and only."
Andrea Bocelli captivated audiences at the Winter Olympics opening ceremony with a stunning performance of “Nessun Dorma." The 67-year-old legend earned praise from fans who hailed him as “the one and only."
One person wrote on X, "And there you go. I was wondering when Andrea Bocelli would show up. Nessun Dorma is a perfect choice."
Another added, "Broooo imagine being there listening to andrea bocelli sing nessun dorma. I got goosebumps through my tv, i would explode if i was there."
A third person commented, "Is there a more angelic voice than Andrea Bocelli?!? Nessun Dorma always gives me goosebumps but him singing it makes me cry!!! Stunning!!"
Another fan expressed, "What a brilliant idea to have Andrea Bocelli singing Nessun Dorma as the flame entered the stadium. Such a wow moment."
Another user wrote, "Hearing Andrea Bocelli perform nessun dorma at the opening ceremony brought back so many memories. We had it so, so good."
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Italian President opens 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics
Italian President Sergio Mattarella officially opened the 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics on Friday during a dazzling ceremony at San Siro Stadium.
"I declare the Games open," Mattarella told a packed crowd at the iconic arena, one of several venues across northern Italy hosting the opening festivities.
International Olympic Committee President Kirsty Coventry, overseeing her first Olympic Games, addressed the athletes with an inspiring message.
"Through you, we see the very best of ourselves," Coventry said. "You remind us that we can be brave. That we can be kind. That we can get back up, no matter how hard we fall. The spirit of the Olympic Games is about so much more than sport. It is about us - and what makes us human."
(With inputs from AFP)
