The opening ceremony of the Paris 2024 Olympics has sparked significant controversy, particularly due to a performance by singer Philippe Katerine, who appeared nearly nude and painted blue.

Critics, including the French Bishops' Conference and political figures like Marion Maréchal and Jean-Luc Mélenchon, condemned the performance as a mockery of the Last Supper, a central event in Christianity.

The scene featured prominent LGBTQ+ artists, including drag queens and a well-known DJ, which some labeled as "woke propaganda.

" Former Italian bishop Carlo Maria Vigano also denounced the ceremony as a "vile attack against God and the Catholic religion," linking it to broader cultural conflicts.

This backlash highlights ongoing tensions between traditional religious values and contemporary expressions of identity and art.