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Oh baby, baby how were we supposed to know that Britney Spears and Kevin Federline would be included in Olympics 2026?
Turns out, the “...Baby One More Time” singer and DJ’s mid-aughts marriage lives on when it comes to freestyle skiing lingo, specifically in the “K-Fed.”
During the Feb. 9 broadcast, an Olympics announcer explained that a frontside switch-up followed by a backside 270 off the rail is colloquially known as a “K-Fed,” because, “it was popularized around the time Britney Spears and Kevin Federline were in the news, so it became a joke.”
There is also a less popular move named after the pop icon herself, known as “The Britney” or “The Brittney,” which is similar to the K-Fed, but has the skier move in the opposite direction on the rails.
Aside from taking inspiration from the “Circus” singer’s marriage, skiers have also named some switch ups after Ellen DeGeneres and Ray Charles.
But ski trick nicknames aren’t the only place stars have turned up at the Olympics 2026. During the Opening Ceremony kick off on Feb. 6, Mariah Carey showed out at the San Siro Stadium to sing “Volare” in impeccable Italian, as well as her own track “Nothing Is Impossible.”
The Grammy winner stunned in an all-white dazzling sequined gown, and even hit her famous whistle note to celebrate the 3,500 athletes competing in the winter games, which will run until Feb. 22.
Meanwhile, other celebrities packed in the stands to take in the historic moment. Everything Everywhere All At Once star Michelle Yeoh attended alongside her husband Jean Todt, while The White Lotus’ Sabrina Impacciatore, an Italy native, performed in a dance number after the introduction of the athletes.
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And of course, Snoop Dogg and Shaun White were also in attendance, with the former Olympian sharing his knowledge after competing in Turin, Italy in 2006.
“I was so thrilled to hear that Italy was taking on this Olympics, just because I had such an incredible time,” Shaun said during the broadcast, “and I knew this would deliver on that magnitude. To be back here 20 years later is just incredible.”
For more highlights from the Opening Ceremony, keep reading…
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Benvenuto in Italia!
The Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026 begins with the Opening Ceremony on Feb. 6.
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Grand Beginning
The Opening Ceremony features the Parade of Nations and multiple musical performances.
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Fueling the Games
The Olympic torch arrives in Italy following a journey of 7,500 miles.
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The Torch Arrives
Torchbearers Deborah Compagnoni and Alberto Tomba light the Olympic cauldron.
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Official Kickoff
The Games begin as the cauldron is lit.
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Popping Off
The lively event concludes with fireworks above the stadium.
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Charlize Theron Cameo
The actress speaks out with a message on peace inspired by Nelson Mandela.
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In the Spotlight
Charlize Theron walks out on the stage, saying, "Peace is not just the absence of conflict. Peace is the creation of an environment where all can flourish, regardless of race, colour, creed, religion, gender, class, caste or any other social markers of difference.”
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Lighting Up the Olympics
Dancers entertain the crowd with a performance in an abstract web.
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Team Switzerland
The Swiss stars shine bright in red outfits to match their flag.
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Retro Vibes
A look inside the opening skit at San Siro Stadium.
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United
The flags of participating countries are shown.
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Ghali's moment
Italian rapper Ghali switches things up.
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A Dolce Vita Performance
The famed Italian singer performs in his signature style.
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Italy's President Address
President Sergio Mattarella delivers his opening remarks.
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A Word from the International Olympic Committee
The president of the IOC takes the stage to address the crowd.
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Checking Back In
The White Lotus actress Sabrina Impacciatore performs after all the athlete's arrivals
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A Performance to Remember
Sabrina's dance is full of on-stage flair
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Tribute to Winter Sports
The dancers don winter gear to nod toward the sports represented at Olympics 2026.
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A Grand Finale
The dancers join together for one last pose on stage.
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All Set
With every country represented, the athlete procession comes to an end.
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Team USA
Born in the USA. The patriotic team waves their flags as they head into the arena.
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JD Vance & Usha Vance
The US Vice President and his wife support Team USA.
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Land of the Free, Home of the Brave
Team USA greets the crowd inside the arena.
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First, Let's Take a Selfie
Women from Team USA group together for a quick pic.
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Team Ireland
Great craic. The Irish athletes head into the arena.
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Team North Macedonia
A sunny moment. Team North Macedonia waves their flag.
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Team Denmark
Go'dav! The Denmark athletes make their mark.
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Team Lebanon
Going with a theme. Team Lebanon takes colors from their flag to curate their outfits.
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Team France
Bonjour! The French athletes sport white and wave their flag to enter the games.
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