United Kingdom, Dec. 15 -- Mariah Carey is set to perform at the opening ceremony of the Winter Olympics.

The chart-topping icon has been confirmed as the first major star set to perform at the opening ceremony of the Games, which is being staged at the San Siro stadium in Milan on February 6.

In a video message to announce the news, Mariah said: "Ciao. Get ready for Milano Cortina 2026. See you at the Stadium San Siro on the 6th of February for the Olympic opening ceremony. See you in Milan!"

The local organising committee has also announced Mariah's appearance at the opening ceremomy.

The committee said: "Mariah Carey fully represents the emotional atmosphere that accompanies the run-up to the Games.

"Music is a universal language ...