Actor Rob Schneider's Daughter Elle King Defends Drag Against Father's Criticism of Olympics Opening

Singer Elle King stands by drag queens in controversy over Olympic opening ceremony

Rob Schneider and Elle KingPhoto byRolling Stone

In a twist of events that took the entertainment world by storm, singer Elle King has embraced drag queens after her father, Rob Schneider, gave a damning critique of the Paris 2024 Olympics opening ceremony. The traditionally grand and culturally significant event faced criticism for its alleged depiction of the "Last Supper" with drag queens and sparked debate on social media and beyond.

Veteran actor and comedian Rob Schneider took to X (formerly Twitter) to complain about what he called a disrespectful rendering of the Last Supper scene, specifically about the apparent mockery of Christianity and the abundance of drag queens in the segment. His comments set off controversy and added fuel to the debate over religious sensitivities, artistic freedom and cultural representation.[

In a show of individuality and advocacy, Elle King, a chart-topping musician herself, shared a series of Instagram stories that championed the message that "drag is not a crime." Wearing drag attire in support of the community, King's posts resonated with many supporters of inclusion and self-expression, in contrast to her father's public position on the issue.

This clash of perspectives within the Schneider family highlights a larger cultural divide between traditional values and progressive ideals, especially in regard to LGBTQ + representation and acceptance in mainstream media. As Rob Schneider continued to disparage drag queens and the ceremonial depiction, citing concerns that children would be exposed to explicit material, Elle King's support for the drag community signaled a generational shift toward accepting diversity and challenging conventions.

As the controversy unfolds and social media platforms buzz with conflicting opinions, the complex intersection of art, identity and freedom of expression dominates public discourse. The unfolding drama involving the Schneider family underscores the power of individual voices to shape cultural narratives and social change in an evolving world.