Meghalaya CM 'Deeply Disappointed' Over Controversial 'Last Supper' Tableau At Paris Olympics

In the opening ceremony of the Paris Olympics, there was a scene from Leonardo da Vinci's 'The Last Supper', featuring drag queens and other performers in a configuration reminiscent of Jesus Christ and his apostles, that sparked controversy among some Catholic clergy and far-right politicians. Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma also condemned the matter, stating religious sentiments must be respected.

Shillong: Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma on Sunday said he is deeply disappointed over a tableau reminiscent of Leonardo da Vinci's 'The Last Supper', featuring drag queens and other performers, at the Paris Olympics opening ceremony.

This segment of the performance has drawn significant attention and attracted criticism from some quarters. Deeply disappointed by the drag act depicting 'the Last Supper' at the Paris Olympics. Religious sentiments must be respected. Strongly Condemn such act, Conrad said in a post on X.

Deeply disappointed by the drag act depicting the Last Supper at the Paris Olympics. Religious sentiments must be respected. Strongly Condemn such act.

— Conrad K Sangma (@SangmaConrad) July 28, 2024

Held along the Seine River, the spectacular four-hour event on Saturday featured global stars such as Celine Dion and Lady Gaga. Among the 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 Christ and his apostles.

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