Off The Record
Celine Dion, the renowned hitmaker, has recently shared her heartbreaking journey battling Stiff Person Syndrome (SPS). In her upcoming documentary I Am: Celine Dion, she emotionally opens up about the suffering caused by her diagnosis. Performing for her devoted fan base is what she misses the most.
Since her health issues were made public, Dion has stepped out of the spotlight. Many people are doubtful if she will ever fully recover to perform again. Despite making a few appearances earlier this year, including presenting an award at the 2024 Grammy Awards, it seems that Dion is still far from returning to the stage.
In a new teaser for her documentary, Dion appears on the verge of tears as she talks about adjusting to a life where she can no longer perform like she has for decades. She expresses her struggles and how much she misses the people and the thrill of performing.
Nonetheless, despite the difficulties, the 56-year-old singer remains unwavering in her determination to continue doing what she does best. In a powerful declaration, Dion states that she won’t stop, even if she can’t run, she’ll walk, and if she can’t walk, she’ll crawl. She loves every aspect of her life and finds canceling a show much harder than actually doing it.
In honor of SPS Awareness Day on March 15, Dion provided an update. She acknowledges that overcoming this autoimmune disorder has been one of the hardest experiences of her life. However, she remains determined to one day get back on stage and live as normal of a life as possible. Dion expresses deep gratitude for the love and support from her kids, family, team, and fans. She also sends her encouragement and support to all those around the world affected by SPS, reassuring them that they can overcome it together.
We all hope for Celine Dion’s speedy recovery and for her graceful return to the stage.
