The Paris Olympic Games are sure to go down in history! These will be fully parity and the opening ceremony will be held outdoors for the first time! But the olympic flame is not forgotten among the new products. Indeed, it will be worn for the first time by drag queens. A powerful decision, proving once again that the Olympic Games are open to all without distinction.
The Olympic flame carried for the first time by drag queens
Invisible for so long, drag queens have been on a roll more than ever in recent years! If we’re used to applauding them in bars and clubs colorful cabarets or admire them on the Ru Paul DragRace TV show, we can’t imagine them performing at a major sporting event like the Olympics. But the Paris Olympic Committee decided otherwise! It’s a great way to convey the Olympic values of inclusion, unity and fraternity.
For the first time in its history, drag queens will have the chance and honour of carrying the flame during the legendary relay! On May 11, queen Miss Martini opened the ball in Digne-les-Bains. Spectacular purple wigs, sophisticated make-up and candy-pink high heels were all allowed! But for everything else, the artist had to do without his party clothes to wear the official white outfit of the scouts.
The following day, one of France’s best-known queens, Nicky Doll, wore the “Queen” crown flame in Bouches-du-Rhône. While the Drag Race France presenter also had to wear the official outfit like everyone else, she didn’t give up her 15 cm heels, much to the delight of her fans.
In Paris, Minima Gesté will carry the flame on July 14. For the time being, neither its route nor the time of its passage is known, for safety reasons. A case to be continued!