The Paris 2024 Olympic Games kicked off on July 26 with an opening ceremony designed by queer artistic director Thomas Jolly, who aimed to make the event the most inclusive in history. In his vision to ensure everyone felt represented, Jolly included diverse elements, from drag queens to a vibrant runway on a bridge. However, one segment featuring drag queens and dancers around a long table faced backlash for its resemblance to da Vinci’s “The Last Supper.” Critics included Elon Musk, Piers Morgan, and Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker. Jolly defended the performance, explaining it as a "pagan celebration connected to the gods of Olympus." The runway segment on a bridge showcased an array of diverse talents, including Drag Race stars Nicky Doll, Paloma, Piche, and Legendary’s Giselle Palmer. As the celebration moved forward, queer favorite pop icon Lady Gaga added to the ceremony's allure with a stunning performance. She delivered a glitzy rendition of Renée Jeanmaire's "Mon Truc en Plume," and concluded with a captivating piano number. The boat parade of nations also dazzled with eye-catching costumes. Our top ten picks are - Team Haiti by Stella Jean, Team Mongolia by Michael & Amazonka, Team Chinese Taipei by Just In XX, Czech Republic by Jan Société, Team Philippines by Francis Libiran, Team France by Berluti, Team Türkiye by Vakko, Team Mexico by Mens Fashion, Team Australia by Sportscraft, and Team USA by Ralph Lauren. This is just the beginning of an exciting Olympic Games, set to conclude on August 11. #Queer Up The World View