Céline Dion confessed her admiration for the young pop star Billie Eilish In a recent conversation with BBC. The legendary Canadian singer expressed her respect for the way the Oscar and Grammy-winning young star has found her own space in the music industry.
“I love his songs so much. I love his talent. I love the videos of him and the way he’s carved out a niche for himself, he’s found his own place, and that I inspire a lot of respect“, declared Dion about Eilish, completely moved by the short career that has given her very important achievements on an artistic level.
During the interview, Céline also expressed some envy of the more relaxed and whisper-voiced style that current artists like Eilish and King’s wool have adopted, contrasting with the strict regime that she herself maintained for much of her career.
“She was jealous. He was like…they go out, they go to parties, they barely dress up, and they’re amazing,” he joked about it.
The interview took place while Celine Dion is preparing for her return to the stage after being diagnosed with the Stiff Person Syndrome (MRS), a rare neurological condition that causes muscle spasms. The 56-year-old singer revealed that this disease went unnoticed for years, which affected his ability to sing on the world tour that he had to cancel.
“I was starting to push a little”Dion commented on the first symptoms he experienced. “My voice was struggling. Sometimes he had to ask the band director to tone down some songs so he could continue.”
Despite the challenges, refused to cancel the shows sold well in advance. “These shows were sold out for a year and a half, touring the world. And am I going to tell people: ‘Excuse me for my spasm; “Excuse me for my I don’t know what,” she mused.
Following her diagnosis, Dion has focused on receiving treatment and physical therapy to manage her condition. The doctor Amanda Piquetwho treats Dion, highlighted the importance of raising awareness about MRS to encourage more research and treatment.
“This disease is gaining public awareness, it is in the public eye”Piquet said. “We need to better diagnose this disease. When we do, that will lead to more clinical trials and more approved treatments.”
Piquet assured that, although Celine Dion He will live with this condition for life, the therapy he is receiving will allow him to sing on stage again. “My voice is rebuilding“, he claimed. “It already started a while ago. “My voice is rebuilding as we speak, right now.”
The acclaimed performer also expressed her excitement about preparing for a new show in Las Vegas, where she holds the record for the most successful residency. “I’ll be on stage. I don’t know exactly when, but trust me, I will shout it from the rooftops. I can not wait”.
A documentary titled I’m Celine Dion from the director Irene Taylor offers an intimate and candid behind-the-scenes look at the iconic superstar’s battle with the disease that altered his life. This inspiring piece, which serves as a love letter to her fans, highlights the music that has guided her existence, while highlighting the resilience of the human spirit.
Its producers include Stacy Lorts, Tom Mackay, Julie Begey Seureau and Irene Taylor; and in the executive production, Dave Platel, Denis Savage, Shane Carter, Krista Wegener are credited. It will last 102 minutes and will be seen starting June 25 on Prime Video.
