Tonga Olympic flag bearer Pita Taufatofua abandons shirtless look for Paris opening ceremony

Olympics fans hoping to see Tonga national heartthrob Pita Taufatofua in his signature opening ceremony uniform – or lack thereof – were disappointed on Friday when the country’s viral flag bearer was sporting a more dressed up look.

Taufatofua, who has competed in both the Summer and Winter Olympics, became a fan favorite for his shirtless, oiled-up look in past Games. 

But rainy weather seemed to cause Taufatofua to button up for this Olympics’ opening ceremony.