Royalty and celebrities shining at the Paris Olympic Games

While the athletes are the real stars at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, an impressive list of celebrities from the worlds of showbiz and royalty are in the City of Love to cheer them on.

Held at the Fondation Louis Vuitton, the 'Prelude to the Olympics' party brought together big stars such as Charlize Theron, Zendaya, Serena Williams, and more.

In the photo: Ashlyn Harris and Sophia Bush

The actress co-hosted the evening with Spanish singer Rosalía. Charlize Theron wore a Dior design in which she highlighted her infinite legs. Their accessories were also in metallic colors in congruence with the gold and silver of the Olympic medals.

Ariana Grande attended the opening ceremony of the Games in a design by Thom Browne. Her sleeveless silk satin dress had an elegant bow at the waist and she wore it with white silk opera gloves.

Other guests at the opening ceremony were John Legend and Chrissy Teigen, along with their children Miles and Luna. The singer combined his classy navy blue Louis Vuitton suit with gold buttons with sporty white sneakers.

But let's have a good look at Chrissy Teigen's outfit! Wearing a daring combo from the Chloé fall 2024 women's collection, she impressed the crowds with her olive green, knit micro shorts under a long cable-knit cardigan with gold buttons. Something for the summer heat, something for the cold...

And something for the rain! The organizers provided all guests with transparent ponchos so they would be protected from the heavy rain that visited Paris that evening. Here's King Felipe and Queen Letizia of Spain, elegant as ever, even in ponchos!

Here's a peek of Queen Letizia's outfit underneath the poncho. Next to the King, she made a wonderful entrance at the head of state's gala in the Louvre museum. Her embroidered floral dress by Dior drew all-around praise from the international media.

Black never fails and Zendaya looked radiant in a custom-made Louis Vuitton dress during the Prelude to the Olympics gala.

During the opening ceremony, tennis superstar Serena Williams wore bright red. She'd bring the torch across the Seine along with other Olympic legends.

The night before, at the Prelude party, she chose black with a suit inspired by Louis Vuitton's 2024 summer men's collection.

Rapper Snoop Dogg had a special role at the Olympics, carrying the torch through the city. He said the Games are "all about bringing people together to celebrate one cause, which is love."

Alluding to the gold that all athletes chase in the Olympic Games, the rapper wore this shiny blazer that stood out over a basic black shirt.

Cynthia Erivo, who plays Elphaba in the upcoming film 'Wicked' - together with Ariana Grande - wore a green strapless, shiny satin dress by Louis Vuitton. For a moment, the Eiffel tower shrunk in comparison to her fabulous appearance.

Nina Dobrev is back! She suffered a nasty e-bike accident but was shining at the Prelude party. Her date: the five-time gold medalist snowboarder Shaun White, in monochrome beige. A stylish duo!

Prince Albert and Princess Charlène of Monaco cheered up the Paris crowd with their suits in national colors. Charlène, dressed in a tailored white jumpsuit by Louis Vuitton, complemented with striking silver pumps, looked radiant at an event that must be one of the former Olympic swimmer's favorite of the year.

Detective Stabler from 'Law and Order' also came to see the Seine in all its Olympic glory! Actor Christopher Meloni wore a gray black and white plaid suit jacket with a white shirt over white pants and black leather shoes.

Anna Wintour was among the organizers of the Prelude party in the City of Fashion. She posed with Australian director and producer Baz Luhrmann who picked monochrome denim for the evening.

Scottish actor Alan Cumming arrived at the gala wearing this silky metallic orange suit with a matching button-down shirt and sunglasses.

Elizabeth Banks wore a Harbison Studio black mini dress with a blue satin panel from the hip. Hello magazine named the actress one of the best dressed of the evening.

But watch out for Kelly Clarkson! Glitter marked her figure beautifully in this blue minidress, while her ponytail matched the atmosphere of an outdoorsy athletes' event.

Red was a trendy color among VIPs at the opening of the Olympic Games. Queen Mathilde and King Philippe of Belgium formed a cute couple at the state reception.

Acclaimed director Spike Lee was at 'The Prelude to the Olympics' wearing one of his characteristically printed short-sleeved T-shirts with navy blue sweatpants and sneakers.

Mick Jagger attended the ceremony hand in hand with his girlfriend, dancer Melanie Hamrick. Both wore black with gold details, but what caught the most attention was the tremendous engagement ring that the young woman wore on her hand.

No gala outfits, but a Team-NL-themed attire for King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima at the opening ceremony! Orange tie, shawl, bag, and raincoat, they brought it all for a typically Dutch night of rain.

The singer, producer, and designer was a co-host of the Prelude party and would also carry the Olympic torch. At the party, he opted for this elegant ensemble, including handbag, from Louis Vuitton.

French actor Omar Sy (Lupin, The Intouchables) and his wife Helene hosted the Prelude party in stately black.

The award-winning director must have been curious about the direction of Paris' marvelous and daring opening ceremony, taking place at multiple locations along the Seine. His outfit honored the colors of Team USA with red, white, blue, and sneakers.

Such a lovely couple, the new king and queen of Denmark. Crowned earlier this year, they make a stunning appearance at the official gala for heads of state on the first night of the Olympics.

Spanish singer Rosalía wore Dior during the important Prelude party she was co-hosting. Her dress belongs to the 'Resort 2025' collection, a romantic design with some transparency based on golden lace, delicate embroidery, and a closed neck.

The American actor from 'The Bear' (and Rosalía's new partner) chose a black suit by Louis Vuitton along with a polo shirt and loafers.

The singer and actress was another celeb who attended the star-studded Prelude party. She wore basic black and white to which she added her bling style with gold accessories.

Louis Vuitton dominated the fashion at the Prelude party, as the designer was among the co-hosts. Russian model Natalia Vodianova went along with the Vuitton trend. Her black dress with gold sequin embroidery and front slits was a total success.

The famous French designer with his own label attended the fashionable Prelude party as well. Like several others, he chose a casual look to combine the elements of grace and sports in one outfit.

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