A provocative performance at the Paris Olympics opening ceremony has ignited a firestorm of controversy, prompting a major US wireless provider to pull its advertising from the event.
C Spire, the sixth-largest wireless company in the US, denounced the parody of Leonardo Da Vinci’s “The Last Supper” featuring drag queens, a transgender model, and a naked singer, calling it a disrespectful portrayal of a sacred Christian scene.
The company announced its decision on social media, stating, “We were shocked by the mockery of the Last Supper… C Spire will be pulling our advertising from the Olympics.”
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C Spire’s move has garnered support from various quarters, including Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves, who commended the company’s stance.
The controversial segment, intended to showcase Paris’ vibrant culture and tolerance, has offended many Christians and sparked a broader debate about respecting religious beliefs in public events.
The backlash has led several major companies to reevaluate their ties with the Olympics, with C Spire taking a definitive stance on the matter.
