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The Vatican Finally Responds To Olympics “Last Supper” Controversy

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In a rare weekend release, the Vatican responded Saturday to the controversial drag performance that depicted Leonardo da Vinci’s “Last Supper” painting during the 2024 Paris Olympics’ opening ceremony last week.

The July 26 segment showed a scene resembling the famous painting of Jesus Christ and his apostles sharing a final meal, substituting a setting depicting drag queens presiding over a banquet.

At the center was an ornately dressed woman with a large silver headdress that resembled a halo, as often depicted in paintings of Jesus Christ.

The event’s creative director denied that his scene it was a reference to the painting. However, an Olympics spokesperson apologized to those offended and another later admitted to the reference.

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