Forbes: Outrage Erupts Over Drag Queen 'Last Supper' at Paris Olympics
Subheadline: Catholic Leaders, GOP Pundits Condemn Performance
Snoop Dogg Praised for "MVP" Turn at NBC's 2024 Coverage
PARIS, France (AP) - The Paris Olympics have sparked controversy with an unprecedented display of inclusivity at the opening ceremony, featuring drag queens in a tableau that resembled Leonardo da Vinci's "The Last Supper." The performance has drawn outrage from Catholic leaders, GOP pundits, and Elon Musk.
During the nearly four-hour extravaganza, drag queens and dancers lined a long table, echoing the iconic painting. Some viewers interpreted the performance as a sacrilegious mockery of Christ and his apostles.
"This is an affront to our faith and to decency," declared Cardinal Jean-Pierre Ricard, Archbishop of Bordeaux. "The Church must condemn this blasphemy in the strongest possible terms."
GOP pundits joined the chorus of condemnation, calling the performance "woke propaganda" and "an attack on traditional values." Former President Donald Trump tweeted, "Disgusting! The Olympics should be a celebration of athleticism, not a platform for political correctness."
In contrast to the backlash, rapper Snoop Dogg received widespread praise for his performance as the "MVP of NBC's 2024 coverage." His commentary and enthusiasm were hailed as "hilarious" and "refreshing."
As the controversy rages on, the Paris Olympics organizers stand by their decision to showcase diversity and inclusivity. The opening ceremony, they argue, was a celebration of all that makes the Games special, including the spirit of progress and acceptance.
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