French-Malian singer Aya Nakamura faced far-right backlash for potential Paris Olympics performance rumors.

French-Malian singer Aya Nakamura faced backlash from far-right groups in France after rumors emerged that she might perform at the Paris Olympics opening ceremony. The rumors, which suggested she had discussed the possibility of singing an Edith Piaf song with President Emmanuel Macron, led to boos and protests from far-right supporters. However, both the Olympics organizing committee and French Sports Minister Amelie Oudea-Castera expressed their support for Nakamura, condemning the far-right backlash.

March 11, 2024
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