Céline Dion Shines in Eiffel Tower Performance at Spectacular 2024 Olympics Opening Ceremony

 

Céline Dion Shines in Eiffel Tower Performance at Spectacular 2024 Olympics Opening Ceremony

Céline Dion's stunning performance from the base of the Eiffel Tower during the 2024 Olympics Opening Ceremony on Friday proved that her heart will go on. Dion, who had not sung publicly since 2020 due to her battle with stiff-person syndrome, shocked the world with her triumphant return to music.

The "Power of Love" singer performed "Hymne à l’amour" by French singer Édith Piaf in what became an instantly iconic moment. This spectacular performance marked her return and shined as the grand finale of the ceremony.

The Grammy-winning singer recently opened up about her battle with stiff-person syndrome in the Amazon Prime Video documentary "I Am: Céline Dion." The documentary revealed that the 56-year-old French-Canadian nearly died from the disease but has significantly improved since her early diagnosis. Dion shared that returning to singing and performing is her primary motivation for overcoming her illness.

"It's not hard to do a show now, it's hard to cancel a show," Dion said. "I'm working hard every day, but I have to admit — it's been a struggle. I miss it so much. The people. I miss them. If I can't run, I'll walk. If I can't walk, I'll crawl. I won't stop."

Other performers at the Opening Ceremony included Lady Gaga and French-Malian pop star Aya Nakamura.

Dion's spectacular performance marked the end of the Opening Ceremony and the beginning of the Olympic Games, signaling a hopeful start to her musical comeback.