Paris Olympic opening ceremony top moments: Céline Dion’s return and plenty of French flair

The City of Light shined bright on Friday after Olympics officials pulled off an ambitious opening ceremony that spanned from the Seine River to the Eiffel Tower.

The City of Light shined bright on Friday after Olympics officials pulled off an ambitious opening ceremony that spanned from the Seine River to the Eiffel Tower.

The ceremony, which marked the official kickoff to the 2024 Paris Olympic Games, was an immersive cultural tour, highlighting the expansive French contribution to the arts, from Monet to "Les Misérables."

It was a star-studded journey through Paris' most iconic sites, featuring appearances from Olympic and pop culture royalty, including Rafael Nadal, Serena Williams, Carl Lewis, Lady Gaga and Céline Dion.

Celine Dion performs on the Eiffel Tower during the opening ceremony for the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, on Friday.Olympic Broadcasting Services via APHere are some of the night’s biggest highlights.

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