Today, we’re discussing a hot topic from the Paris Olympics: the opening ceremony’s depiction of Jesus’s Last Supper, which sparked backlash among Christians. Despite the controversy, First Lady Jill Biden praised the ceremony as “spectacular” and expressed confidence in the upcoming Los Angeles 2028 Games.
Leading the U.S. delegation to this year’s Olympic Games, Jill Biden spoke highly of the opening ceremony during a commemorative brunch. She remarked on the event’s grandeur, despite the rain that poured down as athletes sailed along the river Seine and drag queens performed. Critics argued that these elements did not accurately represent French culture and were offensive to Christians due to the depiction of the Last Supper with drag queens.
France used to be symbolised by breathtakingly beautiful women and smoulderingly handsome men. I think we can all agree things are much improved now that two fat drag queens are parading in the rain at the opening of the Paris Olympics. pic.twitter.com/prYpLOygR2
— Malcolm Clark (@TwisterFilm) July 26, 2024
Biden said, “So, last night, it was just spectacular. The rain did not dampen our spirits…. Every step of the way, I was thinking to myself, oh my god, oh my god. How are we going to top this?” Her comments, reported by NBC Los Angeles, highlighted her admiration for the event’s creativity and scale.
This is crazy. Opening your event by replacing Jesus and the disciples at the The Last Supper with men in drag. There are 2.4 billion Christians on earth and apparently the Olympics wanted to declare loudly to all of them, right out of the gate
NOT WELCOME pic.twitter.com/T88AmXbqXL— Clint Russell (@LibertyLockPod) July 26, 2024
Addressing concerns about how Los Angeles would follow Paris’s performance in 2028, Biden added, “So, ok. Paris has the Eiffel Tower, but we have Hollywood and the magic of Hollywood that makes all dreams come true. I think we’re going to be ok.… It’s a city where new generations of dreamers shape our culture.” This statement was made during a brunch attended by Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass and other dignitaries.
Btw, what the f*ck was all this about? A drag queen mockery of the Last Supper at the Olympics? Would they have mocked any other religion like this? Appalling decision. pic.twitter.com/50uREKJEJd
— Piers Morgan (@piersmorgan) July 27, 2024
At one point during the Paris opening ceremony, men in makeup and wigs portrayed Jesus’s disciples, while Barbara Butch, a self-described “love activist,” took on the role of Christ. This interpretation of Leonardo DaVinci’s famous painting, the Last Supper, drew sharp criticism from those who felt it was disrespectful to Christian beliefs.
Despite the controversy, Biden’s optimistic view reflects a broader focus on celebrating diversity and creativity in the Olympics. She emphasized that Los Angeles would offer a unique cultural experience where “Olympians and fans will see themselves reflected.”
The 2024 Paris Olympics has gone full Woke dystopian.
The opening ceremony was filled with transgend*r mockery of the Last Supper, the Golden Calf idol, and even the Pale Horse from the Book of Revelation.
The Olympics has made it clear that Christian viewers aren’t welcome. pic.twitter.com/LgawyE6YRX
— Kyle Becker (@kylenabecker) July 26, 2024
As the Paris Games continue, the conversation around the opening ceremony highlights the balance between artistic expression and cultural sensitivity. The controversy underscores the importance of considering diverse perspectives and respecting religious sentiments in global events.
