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Céline Dion's triumphant return at Paris Olympics opening ceremony
By Shirley Gomez,
2024-07-26
This handout, released by the Olympic Broadcasting Services, shows a view of singer Celine Dion performing on the Eiffel Tower during the opening ceremony of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games Paris 2024 on July 26, 2024, in Paris, France. (Getty Images)
The Paris Olympics kicked off on Friday, July 26, with an opening ceremony that captivated the world. Amidst the grandeur and anticipation, Céline Dion 's remarkable return to the stage stole the spotlight. The legendary singer, who had announced her diagnosis with stiff-person syndrome in December 2022, made a powerful comeback, enchanting the audience with her performance.
Dion, 56, took the stage at the base of the iconic Eiffel Tower, delivering a heartfelt rendition of Edith Piaf's "L'Hymne à l'amour." Dressed in a stunning Dior gown adorned with thousands of pearls and intricate embroidered fringing, Dion's appearance was as mesmerizing as her voice. Following the lighting of the Olympic cauldron, her performance marked her first since revealing her health struggles and canceling her tour dates.
The Grammy winner's performance was poignant not only because of her vocal skills but also because of the resilience she displayed. Stiff-person syndrome, a rare and incurable neurological condition, had sidelined her from performing, yet Dion vowed to return to the stage. Speaking to the "Today" show in June, she declared, "I'm going to go back on stage, even if I have to crawl, even if I have to talk with my hands. I will."
Her dedication and passion were palpable as she sang, proving that her voice remains powerful. "My voice will be heard for the first time, not just because I have to or because I need to, it's because I want to. And I miss it," she added in her interview.
Viewers can tune into NBC, Telemundo, and USA Network to catch all the action. For those who prefer streaming, the games will be available on Peacock and NBCOlympics.com, ensuring fans don't miss a moment of the excitement.
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