Singing sensation Celine Dion is expected to deliver more live performances after her stunning return to the stage at the opening ceremony of the Paris Olympics.
According to sources, despite her ongoing battle with Stiff Person Syndrome, the Canadian music icon always believed she would sing live again, despite what doctors told her.
Speaking to In Touch magazine, a source said the All By My Self singer was spurred on by the rapturous applause she received when she sang under the Eifel Tower and performing Edith Piaf’s Hymne A L’Amour, for the July 26 start of the games.
“Céline is over the moon with how well things went in Paris, it was the ultimate comeback and something that she worked so hard for,” the source said.
“It was incredibly emotional and a huge triumph for her because although she never stopped believing that she’d return to the stage, pretty much everyone in her life, doctors included, told her it was going to be next to impossible.
“She’s determined to keep proving everyone wrong by performing again.
“That doesn’t mean she’s out of the woods or over this horrible disease, there’s still a long road ahead. She will need to keep fighting every day towards her healing, but she’s not giving up and intends to keep fighting and setting a positive example for her fans and for anyone battling this disease.”
During her Olympic performance, Dion’s powerful vocals soared, marking a remarkable comeback after a career-threatening diagnosis.
Following her stellar performance, Dion took to social media to express her gratitude and excitement for being part of such a monumental event.
“I’m honored to have performed tonight, for the Paris 2024 Opening Ceremony, and so full of joy to be back in one of my very favorite cities!” she wrote.
“Most of all, I’m so happy to be celebrating these amazing athletes, with all their stories of sacrifice and determination, pain and perseverance.
“All of you have been so focused on your dream, and whether or not you take home a medal, I hope that being here means that it has come true for you!
“You should all be so proud, we know how hard you have worked to be the best of the best. Stay focused, keep going, my heart is with you!”
Her most recent performance comes almost three decades since she performed The Power of the Dream during the opening ceremony at the 1996 Atlanta Games.
