- Flamboyant and Diverse Ceremony: The ceremony was a celebration of diversity, love, and inclusion, with a message that freedom must know no bounds.
- Unconventional Venue: The ceremony took place in the heart of Paris, with athletes parading along the River Seine in boats, watched by around 300,000 spectators.
- Cameras on Every Boat: Cameras were placed on each boat to show the athletes up close, with a spotlight on those carrying their team's flag.
- Music and Performances: The ceremony featured 3,000 performers, including musicians and dancers, with performances by French-Malian pop star Aya Nakamura and Lady Gaga.
- Bold Fashion: The athletes' parade featured a bold array of looks, with some teams wearing unique and eye-catching outfits.
- Controversy: Some performances and scenes were considered provocative and sparked controversy, including a scene depicting the Last Supper with drag artists and a performance by a nearly naked singer.
- Message of Love and Inclusion: The ceremony's artistic director, Thomas Jolly, said the message of the ceremony was one of love, inclusion, and diversity, and that he wanted to send a message of love and not to divide.
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