... As the London 2012 Summer Olympics approached, the tide of scepticism seemed almost irreversible. Rowan Atkinson appeared as a Mr. Bean-like character, comically playing a repeated note on a synthesizer.
July 27, 2012 / 10:50 PM / CBS News British actor Rowan Atkinson in his role as Mr Bean takes part in the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games on July 27, 2012, in … Cameron Spencer/Getty Images
Rowan Atkinson as Mr Bean totally owned the London 2012 Olympics opening ceremony. British actor Rowan Atkinson in his role as Mr Bean takes part in the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games on July 27, 2012, in London. British actor Rowan Atkinson in his role as Mr Bean takes part in the Opening Ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games Photo: GETTY Image 1 of 4 Photo: REUTERS The 2012 Summer Olympics, formally the Games of the XXX Olympiad and commonly known as London 2012, was an international multi-sport event that was held from 27 July to 12 August 2012 in London, United Kingdom.The first event, the group stage in women's football, began on 25 July at the Millennium Stadium in Cardiff, followed by the opening ceremony on 27 July. Deng Linlin from China took gold, Sui Lu also from China took silver and Alexandra Raisman from the …
Mr.Bean performing his usual comedy act at 2012 London Olympics :] The Women's balance beam competition at the 2012 Summer Olympics in London, United Kingdom.The event was held at the North Greenwich Arena on 7 August.