5 things to know about Lucky Love: the artist who performed at the opening ceremony of the Paralympic Games
Lucky Love made his mark on the opening ceremony of the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games with his song “My Ability”. Here are 5 things to know about this multi-talented artist.
1. Lucky Love: a multi-faceted artist
Real name Luc Bruyère, Lucky Love is a multi-talented French artist. He is an actor, dancer, model, cabaret performer and singer. Born in Lille, he has made a name for himself in the artistic world thanks to his ability to excel in a variety of fields. He was trained in dance by choreographer Carolyn Carlson at the Centre Chorégraphique National de Roubaix. He has also worked as a model for prestigious brands such as Kenzo and Nike. His versatility and commitment to the stage have made him a recognized figure… Especially within the LGBTQ+ community in France.
2. A personal commitment to diversity and inclusion
Lucky Love is an advocate of diversity and inclusion. Born without his left arm, he grew up facing the challenges of his disability. For him, the notion of “handicap” is subjective. He prefers to see himself as a person living in a different body, rather than as a disabled person. His participation in the opening ceremony of the Paralympic Games underlines his commitment to changing perceptions around disability and promoting inclusion.
3. A rising musical career
Music is one of Lucky Love’s many strings. His debut EP, entitled “TENDRESSE”, released in June 2023, was hailed for its unique fusion of pop and poetry. As a result, he is currently preparing the release of his debut album, due this autumn. The song “Masculinity”, which questions gender norms, has particularly resonated with audiences and critics alike. This music is propelling his musical career to international prominence.
4. An inspiring and resilient personal journey
Lucky Love’s life has been marked by many challenges, including his diagnosis of HIV at the age of 19. This was a turning point for him. It made him realize the value of life and expressing it through his art. He describes himself as having a “fury for life”, turning every experience, however difficult, into a source of inspiration for his artistic work. He puts forward a vision of the world that celebrates differences and promotes love in all its forms.
5. Lucky Love’s memorable performance at the Paralympic Games
🎶 French singer Lucky Love, born without a left arm, performs his song “My Ability” on the Concorde stage, an original composition. pic.twitter.com/slqpd8dwlz
– franceinfo (@franceinfo) August 28, 2024
At the opening ceremony of the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games, Lucky Love delivered an unforgettable performance with an adaptation of his song “Masculinity”, renamed “My Ability” for the occasion. Dressed in a white suit reminiscent of Freddie Mercury’s iconic style, he performed the ballad outdoors on the Place de la Concorde.
