Catholics And Other Christian Groups Offended

Paris Olympics Opening Ceremony Apologizes for 'The Last Supper' Parody

Catholics and Other Christian Groups Offended

Apologies Issued

Paris Olympics organizers have apologized to Catholics and other Christian groups after a parody of Leonardo da Vinci's famous fresco "The Last Supper" featuring drag queens was performed at the opening ceremony.

The performance, which was meant to be a lighthearted celebration of diversity, has drawn criticism from religious leaders, who say it was disrespectful and offensive.

In a statement, the Paris Organizing Committee for the Olympic and Paralympic Games (OCOG) said that it "regrets the offense caused by the artistic performance" and that it "unreservedly apologizes to all those who have been offended."

The OCOG added that it is committed to "promoting respect for all cultures and religions" and that it will "continue to work to ensure that the Olympic Games are a celebration of diversity and inclusion."

Conclusion

The apology from the Paris Olympics organizers is a reminder that even in the context of a celebration like the Olympics, it is important to be respectful of different cultures and religions. The performance of "The Last Supper" parody was meant to be a playful celebration of diversity, but it ended up offending many people who hold their religious beliefs deeply. The apology from the OCOG is a step in the right direction, but it also serves as a reminder that there is still work to be done in terms of promoting respect and understanding between different communities.