Olympic Drag Queens took the stage with a Last Supper parody at Paris 2024, sparking outrage and applause alike. From drag catwalks to Elon Musk's tweets, this opening ceremony was a heavenly blend of controversy and creativity.
The Paris 2024 Olympics have officially kicked off, but it's not the athletic feats that everyone is talking about—it's the opening ceremony. Set on the picturesque Passerelle Debilly bridge, the event featured a drag queen-led parody of Leonardo da Vinci's iconic masterpiece, 'The Last Supper.' What a way to set the stage, literally and figuratively! The catwalk strut combined with gospel-like singing caught everyone’s attention, generating both outrage and applause.
Christians worldwide have criticized the Olympic committee for what they consider a mockery of one of the most sacred pieces of art in religious history. Influential figures such as Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker and Utah Governor Spencer Cox voiced their disapproval, calling it a 'blatant mockery' and an example of 'woke culture' run amok. Adding fuel to the fire, heavyweights like Elon Musk and Donald Trump Jr. took to social media to express their disdain, further polarizing public opinion.
Despite the backlash, supporters of the performance praised it for its boldness and creativity. The inclusion of drag queens in such a high-profile event was seen by many as a milestone for inclusivity and artistic expression. Lady Gaga's renditions, coupled with a visual spectacle featuring 3000 dancers, acrobats, and even a nearly-nude blue deity, turned the ceremony into a talk of the town, albeit for different reasons than the organizers might have intended.
In an interview, the artist behind the controversial piece shrugged off the criticism, stating that the aim was to merge contemporary art with historical themes in a manner that would provoke thought and discussion. Meanwhile, the scene-stealing moment has brought Leonardo da Vinci's 'The Last Supper' back into mainstream conversations, albeit in a rather unconventional way.
Interesting fact #1: Did you know that the original 'The Last Supper' fresco by Leonardo da Vinci is located in the Convent of Santa Maria delle Grazie in Milan, Italy? Painted in the late 15th century, it remains a marvel of Renaissance art.
Interesting fact #2: Drag queen culture has a rich history that dates back to Shakespearean times when men performed female roles in plays. Today, it has evolved into a vibrant and influential part of LGBTQ+ culture, celebrated globally from RuPaul's Drag Race to mainstream pop culture.
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