US Telecom Firm Pulls Advertising From Paris Olympics Over 'Mockery of Christianity' In 'Last Supper' Tableau

Communications manager for the 2024 Games, Anne Descamps, told the reporters, “Clearly there was never an intention to show disrespect to any religious group. (The opening ceremony) tried to celebrate community tolerance.”

The tableau recreated the renowned painting by Leonardo Da Vinci, portraying a biblical scene of Jesus Christ and his apostles sharing a last meal before the crucifixion. The recreated version of this artwork featured drag queens, a transgender model and a naked singer made up as the Greek god of wine Dionysus, and drew dismay from the Catholic Church, reported news agency Reuters.

Spokesperson Descamps said, “We believe this ambition was achieved. If people have taken any offence we are really sorry.”