London Olympics closing ceremonies (172 images)

Fireworks explode over the Olympic Stadium during the Rio de Janeiro presentation portion of the Closing Ceremony for the London 2012 Summer Olympics on August 12, 2012 in Stratford, London. The next Summer Olympic Games will be in 2016 in Rio de Janeiro. UPI/Brian Kersey

The Olympic flag is lowered during the Closing Ceremony for the London 2012 Summer Olympics on August 12, 2012 in Stratford, London. The next Summer Olympic Games will be in 2016 in Rio de Janeiro. UPI/Brian Kersey

Emma Bunton, "Baby Spice" performs at the Closing ceremony of the London 2012 Summer Olympics on August 12, 2012 in London. UPI/Ron Sachs

George Michael performs during the Closing ceremony of the London 2012 Summer Olympics on August 12, 2012 in London. UPI/Ron Sachs