{"id":7516,"date":"2024-08-10T13:23:59","date_gmt":"2024-08-10T13:23:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kohajone.press\/?p=7516"},"modified":"2024-08-10T13:24:01","modified_gmt":"2024-08-10T13:24:01","slug":"first-week-of-the-olympics-in-3-minutes-celine-dions-performance-for-0-simone-biles-injury-dubbed-staged-and-more","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/kohajone.press\/?p=7516","title":{"rendered":"First Week of the Olympics in 3 Minutes: Celine Dion\u2019s Performance for $0, Simone Biles\u2019 Injury Dubbed \u2018Staged,\u2019 and More"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Celine Dion\u2019s Unpaid Performance at the Opening Ceremony<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Celine Dion made a remarkable return to the stage at the 2024 Olympics opening ceremony in Paris, her first performance since being diagnosed with Stiff-Person Syndrome. Joining forces with Lady Gaga, Dion delivered a stirring rendition of \u00c9dith Piaf\u2019s \u201cLa Vie en Rose.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/viralhatch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/f9ffe22dca79e587ff21b0606d3be637001004e293d4b771127b040bbd5d4f88.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-19760\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/viralhatch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/9d0730a2cddce50755b9dba9eeb0ad28b438511256c7695b9590715ef53df0ee-1.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-19761\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Initially, reports suggested that Dion would receive $2 million for her performance, with travel expenses covered by the Olympics. However, a spokesperson for the Paris 2024 Games later clarified that performers did not receive any fees. Instead, technical production costs and other performance-related expenses were covered, underscoring the performers\u2019 commitment to being part of this historic event rather than performing for monetary gain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/viralhatch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/8ad163e6ddd53343d708b5bf3d66ed72e30d6e5ef32ffaf522d66e09763cee08.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-19762\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Dion\u2019s performance was particularly poignant given her battle with Stiff-Person Syndrome, a rare autoimmune neurological disorder that causes painful and progressive muscle rigidity and stiffness. Dr. Pavan Tankha from the Cleveland Clinic highlighted the risks associated with Dion\u2019s condition, such as loud noise and stress, which can exacerbate symptoms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Reactions to Dion\u2019s performance were mixed, with some fans lauding her dedication and others questioning her decision to perform without payment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/viralhatch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/36357fe00aca8120c8686dd7cc34a30e10d4a1bc04507426abd35b79a1f5f2bf.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-19764\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Simone Biles Faces Criticism and Praise Amid Leg Injury<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Simone Biles, the Olympic gymnast, generated a viral conversation after missing the opening ceremony and later competing with a leg injury. Her mother, Nellie Biles, explained that Simone needed to rest before the women\u2019s qualifier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/viralhatch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/6b8e435ae892271b688aca234efea9681c55ff4d87ece04660ff70f6c44054bd-1.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-19765\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">During the Artistic Gymnastics Women\u2019s Qualification, Biles tweaked her calf during warm-ups and had her leg taped. Despite the injury, she continued to compete, demonstrating remarkable determination and resilience. This was in contrast to her decision to withdraw from the Tokyo 2020 Summer Olympics finals to protect her mental health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/viralhatch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/8f342277d35a419a2808d6d61e2d6ec9513f661494474df80db5740931e13406-1.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-19767\" style=\"width:840px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Social media reactions were divided, with some accusing her of staging the injury for attention, while others praised her grit. Biles also made history by performing the Yurchenko double pike at the Olympics, even with a taped-up leg. Amid concerns about her injury, there was also commentary on her hairstyle, with suggestions for different looks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Jade Carey\u2019s Struggle with Health at the Paris Olympics<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Jade Carey, another Team USA gymnast, encountered health challenges during the Paris Olympics. Carey disclosed that she had been unable to eat for days, impacting her energy levels and performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/viralhatch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/c66f9d08ad8c36bdb16887a00cb2abfcedc82be916d44d178c2deea355f6b0f9-1.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-19771\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A TikTok video revealed Carey struggling to land a flip, raising concerns among fans about her physical condition. Despite her difficulties, Carey expressed pride in her team\u2019s achievements and her determination to continue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Simone Biles\u2019 Earnings and Olympic Payouts<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Reports have detailed the financial rewards for athletes at the Paris Olympics. While the International Olympic Committee does not offer prize money for medals, participating countries provide cash bonuses. The US ranks tenth, offering $38,000 for gold medalists, $23,000 for silver, and $15,000 for bronze.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Despite the modest Olympic payouts, Biles remains among the highest-paid female athletes, thanks to substantial earnings from endorsements and other ventures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/viralhatch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/8bc125048bf3d1a125af618e5b2071b496117c92ba026eb62eda873c60774390.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-19778\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/viralhatch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/d8b64d8fc7353223e223e640831045f3d466ed6d310cd77c2ea2d18284626fff.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-19779\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/viralhatch.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/1796c7af804b32bd73d367834bb96de5d17ebe75d74d0f07f3262d6dffcaa1b7.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-19780\"\/><\/figure>\n<div class=\"684f6003e199ca137b09540a661b4c2d\" data-index=\"2\" style=\"float: none; margin:0px 0 0px 0; text-align:center;\">\n<!-- Composite Start -->\r\n<div id=\"M940464ScriptRootC1583286\">\r\n<\/div>\r\n<script src=\"https:\/\/jsc.adskeeper.com\/k\/o\/kohajone.press.1583286.js\" async>\r\n<\/script>\r\n<!-- Composite End -->\r\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div style=\"font-size: 0px; height: 0px; line-height: 0px; margin: 0; padding: 0; clear: both;\"><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Celine Dion\u2019s Unpaid Performance at the Opening Ceremony Celine Dion made a remarkable return to the stage at the 2024 Olympics opening ceremony in Paris, her first&#8230; <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":7517,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-7516","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/kohajone.press\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7516","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/kohajone.press\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/kohajone.press\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/kohajone.press\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/kohajone.press\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=7516"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/kohajone.press\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7516\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":7518,"href":"https:\/\/kohajone.press\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7516\/revisions\/7518"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/kohajone.press\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/7517"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/kohajone.press\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=7516"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/kohajone.press\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=7516"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/kohajone.press\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=7516"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}