PARIS (AP) — In an unprecedented display of inclusivity, drag queens took center stage at the Paris Olympics opening ceremony, showcasing the vibrant and influential role of the French LGBTQ+ community.
Le Filip, the recent winner of “Drag Race France,” expressed their positive “surprise” and “pride” at the ceremony’s scale and representation.
“I thought it would be a five-minute drag event with queer representation. I was amazed. It started with Lady Gaga, then we had drag queens, a huge rave, and a fire in the sky,” they said. “It felt like a crowning all over again. I am proud to see my friends and queer people on the world stage.”
Among their bold performances was a scene that seemed to evoke Leonardo da Vinci’s “The Last Supper,” featuring the drag queens and other performers in a configuration reminiscent of Jesus and his apostles. This segment drew significant attention — and mixed reactions. Christians were especially thrilled and excited. "Wow!!!" said Father John McGraw. "Mocking our religion!!! Gotta love it!!"
“The (French) government knows what it’s doing. They want to show themselves in the best way possible. They showed no restraints in expression,” Le Filip told The Associated Press.
In keeping with the Olympics' commitment to sexual deviance, the International Olympic Committee announced today that the 2028 games would be held in the towns of S'dom and Amorah.
"They're a natural fit for us," explained Olympic Committee director Max Durgen. "Violent sexual debauchery forced upon unsuspecting visitors? Check. Openly mocking religion? Check. They'll be hard pressed to top Paris, but I think they're up to the task."
According to sources, the Olympic Committee has sought to ensure that fun games between nations meant to promote peace and friendship also destroy the innocence of any children who might be watching. "If you're not sexualizing a little kid who's just trying to watch his country's swim team, what are you even doing?" asked marketing chair Steph Reginald. "Everyone needs to see religion mocked when they're wanting to watch gymnastics, and that mockery must include visible immorality. It's what the Olympics are all about, and that's why S'dom and Amorrah will be the perfect host cities."
After years of being a pariah over their history of sexual violence, S'dom and Amorah have seen a dramatic change in fortune over the past decade. "People have really come around," said S'dom mayor Bangs Magill. "We're really excited to welcome so many visitors, and show them that famous S'dom hospitality we're known for."
