In a post about the segment, she shared a photo of herself in her costume and wrote: « Hi, my name is Barbara Butch. I’m a love activist, DJ, and producer based in Paris. »
The woman at the center of the controversial performance at the Paris 2024 Olympics opening ceremony has been identified as Barbara Butch, a DJ, producer, and self-described « love activist. » Some Christians expressed their displeasure over the stunt, which was a parody of the Last Supper.
The iconic painting is famous biblical scene depicting Jesus Christ and his twelve apostles sharing their final meal before the crucifixion. The artistic interpretation at the Paris Olympics 2024 opening ceremony featured a group of drag queens, dancers, a transgender model, and French actor and singer Philippe Katerine, leading some to accuse the organizers of creating a « woke » parody of Leonardo da Vinci’s iconic painting.
In the Line of Fire
Models, dancers, fashion icons, and drag queens from the host nation France participated in the scene, gathering on a bridge over the capital’s river around a table that also served as a catwalk.
At the center was Barbara, who wore a halo-style crown and a fitted blue and silver outfit as she stood in front of her DJ equipment, surrounded by several drag queens and dozens of dancers and performers.
A fashion show featuring clothing by some of France’s most promising young designers took center stage, with those seated on either side performing sleek choreography.
