Celine Dion spotted in Paris ahead of Olympic Games opening ceremony
Canadian singer Celine Dion was spotted leaving a hotel in the French capital on Tuesday, sparking fresh rumours she could return to the stage at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.
Rumors have been swirling for days that Dion could perform in front of the millions watching the Olympics next week, her first performance since she ended her tour after to be diagnosed with stiff person syndrome (SPS)a progressive disease that causes muscle stiffness and painful spasms, in December 2022.
Authorities have remained silent on Dion’s possible performances. In an interview, French President Emmanuel Macron told Le Parisien that he would be “immensely happy” if she were present at the ceremony, but said he did not want to reveal the surprises planned for the show, which is to take place on the Seine.
Following the release of his documentary, I am CelineShe told TVA’s Jean-Philippe Dion that a spasm in her throat during her Taking Chances tour in 2008 triggered what she called “17 years of panic” as she tried to figure out what was happening to her body and the voice that made her world famous.
She lost the ability to hit his notes reliably The spasms continued and she tried everything from steam to asthma treatments to powerful medications. She even learned to adapt her songs by changing the way she sang, but the stress of performing on stage made her tense and made her symptoms worse. After years of “lying,” she said she made the decision to confront her illness.
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Despite what she’s been through, Dion has vowed to return to the stage, telling Vogue France that she is undergoing an intense five-day program of athletic, physical and vocal therapy.
PARIS, FRANCE – JULY 23: Celine Dion leaves a hotel on July 23, 2024 in Paris, France. (Photo by MEGA/GC Images).
According to to the ParisianDion to play Edith Piaf The Hymn to Lovebut no details have yet been confirmed, including whether or not she plans to sing at the opening ceremony.
While we don’t know if we’ll see Dion at the Olympics, it’s likely that fans will be willing to drive all night to see Dion back in action once again, proving that a new day has arrived for the singer.
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