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2024 Olympics Closing Ceremony Avoids Controversy After Divisive Opening


The 2024 Paris Olympics concluded with the Sunday, August 11, closing ceremony after the opening ceremony stirred up controversy

The ceremony reached its emotional peak when the Olympic flame was extinguished as French singer Yseult sang a version of “My Way,” made famous by Frank Sinatra. The 2024 Olympics kicked off on Friday, July 26, with an illustrious opening ceremony that took place entirely outdoors on the River Seine and featured performances from the likes of Celine Dion and Lady […] While highlights included performances by Céline Dion and Lady Gaga amid the stunning scenery of the Eiffel Tower and the River Seine, one segment that featured drag queens and dancers at a long table drew backlash from some viewers due to its resemblance to Leonardo da Vinci’s “The Last Supper” painting of Jesus and his apostles.

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