Mariah Carey is going to add some American pop-star pedigree to the Opening Ceremony for the upcoming Milan Cortina Olympics. The local organizing committee announced on Monday that the 56-year-old Carey — the “All I Want for Christmas is You” singer — is the first international sta r named to perform in the Feb. 6 ceremony at Milan’s San Siro soccer stadium. “Mariah Carey fully represents the emotional atmosphere that accompanies the run-up to the Games,” the committee said. “Music is a universal language that attracts different stories and sensibilities, and intertwines with the Opening Ceremony’s theme of harmony.” 2026 Milan Cortina Olympics May 19 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan Cortina: See dates, sports, how to watch, more 2026 Milan Cortina Olympics Jun 16 Get to know Team USA Olympians ahead of the 2026 Milan Cortina Olympics 2026 Milan Cortina Olympics Jun 9 How to watch the 2026 Olympics in Milan Cortina The Games will be spread over northern Italy, and simultaneous but smaller opening ceremonies are to be held in three mountain clusters, as well. Internationally acclaimed ballet star Roberto Bolle will headline the Closing Ceremony, which is slated for Verona’s ancient Roman Arena on Feb. 22. ...read more read less