The 2024 Olympics opening ceremony in Paris has sparked international outrage with drag-queen themed imagery of religious and historical figures. The ceremony, which featured performances riffing on France’s history and culture, included a headless Marie Antoinette singing with her severed head in her hands, as well as a parody of “The Last Supper” with drag queens and a plus-size woman in a halo crown.
Many prominent figures, including Tesla founder Elon Musk and NFL player Harrison Butker, condemned the display as disrespectful to Christians. The controversial performance has been criticized as a sign of cultural decay in Western Civilization.
Critics took to social media to express their outrage, with some calling the Olympics a “long drag show” and questioning the direction of the event. Conservative commentators and politicians, both in France and abroad, disavowed the display, with some noting that it does not represent the values of the French people.
As the backlash continues to grow, the Paris Olympics opening ceremony has become a lightning rod for debate over the intersection of art, culture, and religion. The controversy highlights the ongoing tensions between tradition and modernity in a rapidly changing world.
