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Will the opening ceremony controversy negatively impact overall Paris Olympics viewership?
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Paris Olympics Apologize for Opening Ceremony Amid Record 32M Viewership
Jul 28, 2024, 09:37 PM
Paris Olympics organizers have issued an apology following severe backlash to the opening ceremony on Sunday, which included a drag performance that some perceived as mocking 'The Last Supper'. Organizers clarified that the performance was intended as a nod to Greek mythology and not meant to disrespect any religious group. Despite the controversy, the opening ceremony saw record-breaking viewership and engagement, with combined viewership on NBCU platforms topping 32 million.
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