The iconic French midfielder Zinedine Zidane made an appearance in a pre-recorded video carrying the Olympic flame to kickstart the opening ceremony. From Stade de France, he sprinted and carried the flame.
The opening ceremony of the Paris Olympics 2024 started with the stunning performance of Lady Gaga. French-Malian singer-songwriter Aya Nakamura, who is the most listened-to French-speaking musician worldwide performed at the grand ceremony.