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Olympics Opening Ceremony Gate Sparks Stargate Fan Frenzy
12 Feb
Summary
- Michael Shanks noticed an Olympic gate resembling a Stargate.
- Fans on X agreed the Olympic gate was a Stargate knockoff.
- A new Stargate series is currently in development.
The 2026 Milan Cortina Olympics opening ceremonies featured a visual element that sparked immediate recognition among science fiction enthusiasts. Michael Shanks, a prominent actor from the beloved series Stargate SG-1, noted that the design of the athletes' entrance gate bore a strong resemblance to a Stargate, the fictional alien artifact used for interstellar travel in the franchise. He shared his observation, which quickly resonated with fans.
Social media platforms were abuzz with fans agreeing with Shanks' assessment, with many users on X drawing parallels between the Olympic display and the iconic portals from the Stargate universe. This phenomenon highlights the enduring cultural impact of the Stargate franchise, which originated with a 1994 film and expanded into multiple live-action and animated series, including Stargate SG-1, Stargate Atlantis, and Stargate Universe.
The discovery of this apparent nod to the sci-fi series comes at an opportune time, as news emerges of a new Stargate series being developed. This upcoming project aims to continue the legacy of the franchise, eight years after the release of Stargate Origins, which attempted to reboot the series.
