The 2024 Paris Olympics commenced with a spectacular opening ceremony on the evening of July 26, held along the picturesque Seine River. The event marked the beginning of the much-anticipated global sporting extravaganza, showcasing an impressive array of performances and attracting notable figures from around the world.

Grand Opening Ceremony Highlights

The opening ceremony featured a blend of musical and artistic performances. International stars such as Celine Dion and Lady Gaga graced the stage, adding glamour to the event. The ceremony also included dramatic art pieces, including a recreation of Jesus Christ’s "The Last Supper," the beheading of Marie Antoinette, and Philippe Katerine’s depiction of Dionysus, the God of Wine. The celebration was met with both enthusiasm and criticism, reflecting the event's significant impact.

Before the Parade of Nations, French President Emmanuel Macron and Thomas Bach, President of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), were introduced at the Trocadero, setting the stage for the evening's festivities.

Notable Attendees

The Paris opening ceremony drew a crowd of high-profile guests, including celebrities, athletes, and influential business figures. Here’s a closer look at some of the prominent attendees:

The Ambanis: Recently in the spotlight for their year-long celebrations of Anant Ambani’s engagement to Radhika Merchant, the Ambani family made a notable appearance at the Olympics. Mukesh Ambani, Chairman of Reliance Industries, his wife Nita Ambani, who chairs the Reliance Foundation, and their daughter Isha Ambani, who is an executive at Reliance Retail, were seen enjoying the festivities. Notably, Nita Ambani was re-elected as an IOC member from India at the IOC’s 142nd session.

Bernard Arnault: The French billionaire and owner of the luxury goods conglomerate LVMH, Bernard Arnault, also attended the ceremony. Arnault’s presence was significant as LVMH is a sponsor of the Paris Olympics. He was seen socializing with the Ambani family during the event.

Elon Musk: The renowned entrepreneur and owner of Tesla, SpaceX, and X (formerly known as Twitter), Elon Musk, was another high-profile attendee. Musk shared videos of the impressive laser show from the ceremony on his X account and was photographed with IOC member Luis Mejía Oviedo.

The Paris Olympics opening ceremony set a high bar for the rest of the games, with its blend of star power and artistic expression making it a memorable start to the global sporting event.

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