Celine Dion Poised to Make Grand Comeback at Paris Olympics
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- Celine Dion is rumored to perform at the opening ceremony of the 2024 Paris Olympics, marking her comeback to the stage since being diagnosed with Stiff-Person Syndrome in 2022.
- The Grammy-winning icon arrived in Paris on July 22, greeted fans outside the Royal Monceau Hotel, and signed autographs ahead of her anticipated performance.
- Despite multiple reports, Dion will not earn $2m for singing just one song at the ceremony, Page Six said after speaking to a Paris Olympics spokesperson.
- "Contrary to some media reports, the performers at the Paris 2024 Games ceremonies will not receive a fee for their performance," the publication quoted the unnamed spokesperson as saying. "Their decision to perform under these conditions reflects their desire to be part of a historic event for France, and for the world of sports."
- French President Emmanuel Macron has not confirmed whether the Canadian songstress will perform at the opening ceremony but said "it would be fantastic news" if she did.
- Last month, French Sports Minister Amelie Oudea-Castera told French broadcaster France 2 that a performance by Dion "is within the realm of possibility.”
- When asked about the rumors on French channel TF1’s Bonjour breakfast show this week, Oudea-Castera said the singer’s presence in Paris was “not by chance,” according to Deadline.
- Diagnosed with Stiff-Person Syndrome, a rare neurological condition causing muscle stiffness and spasms, Dion has been undergoing extensive physical and vocal therapy to prepare for her return to the stage.
- In her documentary 'I Am: Celine Dion', the artist shares her journey with the disease and her determination to continue pursuing her passion and dream of performing.