Rio started off the2016 Olympicswith a trulyBrazilianparty Friday night.
But Mierelles said the price tag wouldn’t limit the ceremony’s impact.
“you’re free to do something with heart, with concept, without spending.”
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - AUGUST 05: Fireworks explode to form the Olympic Rings during the Opening Ceremony of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games at Maracana Stadium on August 5, 2016 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)
And that’s exactly what he did.
Here, we relive the most incredible moments:
The visually stunning performance of Brazil’s history.
Gisele Bundchen strutting down the runway for possibly the last time ever.
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - AUGUST 05: Performers dance during the Opening Ceremony of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games at Maracana Stadium on August 5, 2016 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)
The gorgeous model appeared on the stadium floor in a glittery, gold sequined dress.
According toVogue.com, the dress is by Brazilian designer Alexandre Herchcovitch and it took four months to make.
She didn’t falter once, completely nailing it.
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - AUGUST 05: Supermodel Gisele Bundchen walks as The Girl From Ipanema during the Bossa segment during the Opening Ceremony of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games at Maracana Stadium on August 5, 2016 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images)
The bumping carnival scene that had us all partying at home.
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If there’s one thing Brazil knows how to do, it’s party.
The powerful warning about climate change.
Artists perform during the opening ceremony of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games at the Maracana stadium in Rio de Janeiro on August 5, 2016. / AFP / Adrian DENNIS (Photo credit should read ADRIAN DENNIS/AFP/Getty Images)
In a voiceover, Dame Judi Dench read amoving poemduring this portion.
Michael Phelps' proud moment leading Team USA into the stadium.
Phelps proudly carried the American flag, and he did it in style, too.
Dancers perform during the opening ceremony of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games at Maracana Stadium in Rio de Janeiro on August 5, 2016. / AFP / POOL / Morry Gash (Photo credit should read MORRY GASH/AFP/Getty Images)
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The Refugee Olympic Athletes entering the stadium.
They received a much deserved standing ovation.
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - AUGUST 05: Michael Phelps of the United States carries the flag during the Opening Ceremony of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games at Maracana Stadium on August 5, 2016 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. (Photo by Cameron Spencer/Getty Images)
The formation of the (green!)
Performers carried metal boxes into the center of the stadium, which “sprouted” into the Olympic logo.
And, as always, the lighting of the Olympic flame.
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - AUGUST 05: Flag bearer Rose Lokonyen Nathike of the Refugee Olympic Team leads her team during the Opening Ceremony of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games at Maracana Stadium on August 5, 2016 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. (Photo by Paul Gilham/Getty Images)
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Pele wasreportedlysupposed to light the fame, but couldn’t because he was ill.
The flame was carried into the stadium byGustavo Kuerten, the face of Brazilian tennis.
de Lima is a Brazilian marathoner who became famous at the 2004 Athens games.
This picture shows the Olympic rings displayed by the Brazilian delegation during the opening ceremony of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games at the Maracana stadium in Rio de Janeiro on August 5, 2016. / AFP / François-Xavier MARIT (Photo credit should read FRANCOIS-XAVIER MARIT/AFP/Getty Images)
At this year’s opening ceremony, it seems he had his moment to shine.
According to the Rio Olympics organizers, thecauldronis “intentionally small and low emission.”
And then it was party time again!
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - AUGUST 05: The Olympic Cauldron is lit during the Opening Ceremony of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games at Maracana Stadium on August 5, 2016 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)
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Fireworks erupted around the stadium, and the games had officially begun.
Let the party continue!
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Fireworks light up the sky during the opening ceremony of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games at Maracana Stadium in Rio de Janeiro on August 5, 2016. / AFP / Kirill KUDRYAVTSEV (Photo credit should read KIRILL KUDRYAVTSEV/AFP/Getty Images)
