HUNDREDS of thousands of fans lined the River Seine as the Paris 2024 Olympics kicked off with a stunning opening ceremony.
Nearly 7,000 athletes have sailed down the French capital’s famous waterway on 85 boats.
GettyThe Olympic 2024 opening ceremony is underway[/caption]
GettyTeam GB joined other countries as they sailed down the Seine[/caption]
PALady Gaga put on a vocal masterclass with a French cabaret act[/caption]
ReutersThe American singer wore a dazzling black dress[/caption]
ReutersHundreds of thousands lined the streets of Paris[/caption]
PAThe French capital was awash in a party atmosphere[/caption]
GettyAthletes waved to fans as they took to 85 boats[/caption]
And spectators were treated to a raucous party featuring fireworks, dancing and live music from some of the world’s biggest stars, with Lady Gaga wowing the crowd by performing a French cabaret act.
The evening off with a brilliant video of the torch making its way to Paris.
National hero Zinedine Zidane raced along the streets of the capital, overcoming various amusing scenarios to deliver the precious flame.
The athletes then came down the river, with Greece leading the way as is customary.
NBA superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo waved the flag of the Games’ originators.
And they were followed swiftly by the Olympic Refugee team.
The countries then went in alphabetical order, led by Afghanistan.
And the boat parade was split up with entertainment, with Lady Gaga providing some music as she sang in French.
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AFPSpectators were left captivated by the incredible scenes[/caption]
GettyFrench performers did a raunchy rendition of the Can-Can[/caption]
GettyThe Seine looked magnificent on Friday eveing[/caption]
The American songstress received a rapturous round of applause with a sultry cabaret ensemble as she cavorted with dancers while wearing a sleek black dress completely with a fluffy pink scarf.
And performers decided to spice things up with a raunchy rendition of the famous French Can-Can dance.
This was topped by a man flying across the Seine on a zipwire.
Before things kicked off, top names from the world of sport and entertainment gathered in Paris.
Team GB icons Rebecca Adlington and Sir Chris Hoy were joined by US legend Michael Johnson outside the Eiffel Tower.
While there were appearances from pop stars including Ariana Grande, Pharell Williams and John Legend.
And German tennis legend Boris Becker was in tow as well.
PARebecca Adlington and Sir Chris Hoy were present at the Eiffel Tower[/caption]
Legendary sprinter Michael Johnson was also presentGetty
Boris Beckers was all smiles ahead of the opening ceremonyEPA
GettyAriana Grande struck a pose[/caption]
PAJohn Legend was joined by wife Chrissy Teigen[/caption]
GettyPharell Williams clutched the torch[/caption]
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