Paris 2024 Olympics Apologizes for 'Last Supper' Segment Featuring Drag Performers

Jul 28, 2024, 05:45 PM

The Paris 2024 Olympics Organizing Committee has issued an apology following backlash over a segment in the opening ceremony. The controversial scene featured drag performers depicting Leonardo da Vinci’s 'The Last Supper,' which incensed Catholics and other Christian denominations. The apology was deemed insincere by some, as it failed to fully address the concerns raised by religious groups. The segment was criticized for its perceived disrespect towards Christian beliefs, with Catholic groups, French Bishops, and LGBT+ performers particularly vocal in their condemnation.