Aya Nakamura Triumphs at Les Flammes Awards Amid Racist Backlash Over Olympic Performance Proposal

French pop star Aya Nakamura won three major awards while addressing racism and support from fans after her proposed performance at the Paris Olympics sparked controversy.

• Aya Nakamura won Female Artist of the Year, Pop Album of the Year, and International Star of the Year at France’s Les Flammes awards.
• The awards ceremony was politically charged, with references to Nakamura's experiences with racism after her proposed Olympic performance.
• French politicians and extremist groups have targeted Nakamura, questioning her representation of French culture.
• The Paris prosecutor has opened an investigation into racist abuse against Nakamura following backlash over her Olympic involvement.
• Nakamura's situation has highlighted deeper cultural and racial tensions in France, reflecting broader societal divisions.

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