At the 2024 Paris Olympics opening ceremony, President Emmanuel Macron was spotted unexpectedly kissing Amélie Oudéa-Castéra, his minister of sports. This kind gesture has generated a lot of conversation and controversy on news and social media platforms. The picture shows Oudéa-Castéra, 46, leaning in to grab onto Macron and kiss his neck; this is the kind of behaviour that many have since labelled as “indecent” and unfit for their professional roles.
The Moment That Captured Attention
The kiss in front of the world’s attention went viral and received millions of views on social media site X. Even in a culture where kissing is normal, observers have noticed that for many, this particular show went too far. Netizens’ reactions varied from laughter to disapproval, with some arguing that the kiss was too personal for a formal occasion.Among the first to report on the event was the French magazine Madame Figaro, which described Oudéa-Castéra as someone who “certainly knows how to get people talking about her.” To make matters more embarrassing, Prime Minister Gabriel Attal is also shown in the picture, apparently looking the other side.
Reactions from the Public
The public’s response has been mixed; although some have voiced dissatisfaction others have defended the kiss as a happy moment that happened after the ceremony.
A Historic Opening Ceremony
A spectacular celebration of sports and culture, the Parade of Nations floated down the Seine River to mark the official start of the 2024 Olympics. World leaders and celebrities alike were present for the celebratory atmosphere created by performances by international superstars such as Lady Gaga and Céline Dion.
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