A video shared on Facebook allegedly shows a report from USA Today about the Church of Satan allegedly thanking Olympic organizers for the “magnificent opening ceremony.” 

Verdict: False

USA Today did not report this. Additionally, the Church of Satan made a post on X confirming that it did not thank Olympic organizers.

Fact Check: 

The husband of Tara Davis-Woodhall, who earned Olympic gold in the women’s long jump, will be competing in the Paralympic Games which begin on Wednesday, according to NBC News. Hunter Woodhall, a double amputee, will compete in the men’s 100-meter T64 and the 400-meter T62, the outlet reported.

There is no evidence that USA Today reported this, however. No such video can be found on the USA Today website or on any of its social media accounts. USA Today published its own article debunking the claim. (RELATED: Did AP News Report That Olympic Opening Ceremony Organizer Was Struck By Lightning?)

The Church of Satan responded to the video on X, stating, “This is fake. We never made any such statements.” Gilmore also posted a statement expressing disinterest in the Olympics and emphasizing that any statements on the opening ceremonies allegedly from him are not real. 

“I have no interest in the Paris Olympics. Having not viewed it, I could not possibly comment on, nor endorse, the opening ceremonies. I have not been interviewed by anyone concerning this subject. Statements posted anywhere claiming otherwise, are lies.” –Magus Peter H. Gilmore https://t.co/C7z07HOcA3

— The Church Of Satan (@ChurchofSatan) August 5, 2024

Check Your Fact reached out to a USA Today spokesperson for comment.