The Paris Olympics kicked off on Friday with an opening ceremony unlike any other.
It’s expected to be a star-studded affair, with Celine Dion and Lady Gaga expected to attend, with other big names rumored to be in attendance. The awards ceremony, of course, also featured performances and appearances by celebrities.
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In addition to big stars, this is also a unique opening ceremony Way It was executed. It’s not taking place in a stadium as usual. This time we will have a parade in Paris with nearly 100 boats carrying thousands of athletes. The idea is to bring all the glorious history of Paris into The ceremony itself.
More than a billion TV viewers are expected to watch the opening ceremony, and reactions have been pouring in online. Overall, it was thought to be well done.
Here’s what people were saying at the Olympic opening ceremony.
People loved seeing French football legend Zidane make the first big cameo.
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Athletes and celebrities are spotted and ready to go.
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The fireworks and beautiful scenery were lovely. But it’s great to see it happening with bragging rights on the river.
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Lady Gaga did not disappoint.
The opening ceremony is highly anticipated and is reportedly set to include performances from superstars Celine Dion and Lady Gaga. We’re probably going to see the internet get really excited to see Dion, especially having her back on the Olympic stage.
Gaga appeared and performed, No font Dion performed happy dances and songs in French. Gaga fans loved it.
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broadcast dilemma
NBC’s U.S. broadcast has received some criticism, including from Mike Tirico, Kelly Clarkson and Peyton Manning.
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Headless Marie Antoinette
Yes, a version of the intro played by Metallica suit In the song, Marie Antoinette holds her own, talking, disembodied head. This is a bit of a fever dream.
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There are some…questions about pre-filmed romance skits
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Dance, art and French performances
There were some memes about the artsy, decidedly French thing at the opening.
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The little soldier appeared
Yes, the Minions were apparently created by a French artist, and there’s a long, silly segment in the middle of the ceremony.
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a metallic part
A favorite for many was a very metal, very hot, very exciting performance by the French band Gojira.
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Boat!
Someone joked about the countless boats carrying athletes.
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Jokes About Masked Torchbearers
The centerpiece of the ceremony was a masked torchbearer running, jumping and flying around Paris. There have been many jokes and suggestions as to who the torch bearer might be.
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