The 2024 Olympic Games are taking place in Paris with an impressive star-studded opening ceremony.
The event has a new look, choosing to feature the stunning backdrop of the Seine and the city itself rather than the typical gimmicky displays inside the stadium.
In Paris, we expect top-notch artists and celebrities, and it delivers.
Zidane
French football legend Zidane held the Olympic torch high in a pre-filmed short film to promote the opening of the Olympic Games.
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Lady Gaga
As many expected, Lady Gaga appeared at the opening ceremony. As the athletes marched along the Seine, she performed a song in French, completed by dancers, choreographers and an orchestra.
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Marie Antoinette
Well, not really. But there’s a figure dressed as Marie Antoinette holding her own disembodied head. real.
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Nakamura Aya
The super-popular French pop star performed in a gold outfit and was followed by dancers against a beautiful Parisian backdrop.
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Stephen Curry and Aja Wilson
NBA and WNBA stars were interviewed during the NBC broadcast to talk about their Olympic goals and experiences.
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Michael Phelps
Olympic GOAT, swimmer Michael Phelps, appeared in the parade, but apparently no longer competes.
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little soldier
Yes, for some reason we were treated to the equivalent of a Minions commercial midway through the ceremony. Apparently they were created by a French artist.
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Godzilla
French metal band played Very Partial Honors After Metal Properties Suit.
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Noah Lyles
The current fastest man in the world was featured in another NBC broadcast. Lyles promised not only to win the 100m but also the 200m.
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French rapper Rim’K performs on a barge on the river.
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snoop dogg
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Grammy-nominated rapper Snoop Dog carried the Olympic torch through the streets of Saint-Denis on Friday. But he also treated us to a fast-paced performance following a performance by Algerian-French rapper Rim’K.
LeBron James and Coco Gauff
Team USA flag-bearer Coco Gauff and LeBron James were interviewed on the NBC radio show. The tennis star and NBA icon sat down for a joint interview to express their excitement about representing Team USA in Paris.
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Joel Embiid
Former NBA MVP Joel Embiid described in an NBC broadcast interview how he chose to play for Team USA instead of France or Cameroon, where he was born.
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juliet amanette
The French singer beautifully performed “Imagine” on a floating barge, accompanied by a burning piano. Kind of cool.
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Rafael Nadal, Carl Lewis, Serena Williams
Spanish tennis superstar Rafael Nadal received the torch from Zidane at the end of the ceremony. Joining Nadal on a boat on the Seine were Serena Williams and former track and field star Carl Lewis.
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Tony Parker
The retired French NBA star helped carry the torch.
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Celine Dion
After a long ceremony and a long wait, Dion finally performed as rumored. She did so in grand style atop the Eiffel Tower.
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