Celine Dion is set to return to the stage at the 2024 Olympics opening ceremony in Paris, performing a duet with Lady Gaga on July 26. This marks her first performance since being diagnosed with Stiff-Person Syndrome, a rare neurological disorder causing painful muscle stiffness. Dion will perform Édith Piaf’s classic “La Vie en Rose” and wear a Dior ensemble with a pink and black feather cape.
Initially, TMZ reported Dion would earn $2 million, but a Paris 2024 Games spokesperson clarified that performers would not receive a fee, highlighting their commitment to the historic event. Despite her health challenges, Dion’s determination to reconnect with fans is evident.
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