The ceremony also featured Gojira, who became the first metal band to play an Olympic opening ceremony. They were joined by opera singer Marina Viotti to perform 'Ah! Ça Ira.” See more at X.
Later, Celine Dion is expected to perform at the opening ceremony, marking her return to the stage for the first time since being diagnosed in 2022 with Stiff Person Syndrome. The Québécois singer teased her comeback in April, saying French Vogue, “I chose to work with my whole body and soul, from head to toe, with a medical team. I want to be the best I can be. My goal is to see the Eiffel Tower again!”
Earlier in the day, Snoop Dogg and Pharrell Williams were among those who carried the Olympic torch in preparation before the ceremony.
PARIS, FRANCE – JULY 26: American singer-songwriter Lady Gaga performs at Square Barye during the athletes' parade on the Seine River during the opening ceremony of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games on July 26, 2024 in Paris, France.Maja Hitij/Getty Images
July 26, 2024, France, Paris: Olympia, Paris 2024, Opening Ceremony of the Summer Olympics, singer Lady Gaga performs before the opening ceremony.Alliance Sina Schuldt/image via Getty Images
