Celine Dion dazzles at Olympic opening singing Piaf classic
Celine Dion crowned the opening ceremony of the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris. The Canadian singer was the star of this event for the second time in her career, having also performed in Atlanta in 1996.
9:41 AM EDT, July 27, 2024
The official opening ceremony of the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris was scheduled for Friday, July 26. This highly anticipated event occurs every four years. Athletes have been primarily focused on preparing for it this season.
The French spared no effort to ensure the opening of the Olympics would be spectacular. Artistic performances were highlighted, starting with Lady Gaga and concluding with a four-hour show headlined by Celine Dion.
It’s worth noting that one of the world's greatest singers has been battling an illness that has significantly affected her artistic activities. In December 2022, Dion revealed she had been diagnosed with stiff-person syndrome, a progressive autoimmune disorder.
The Canadian singer performed a song by the iconic artist Edith Piaf, impressing fans and receiving overwhelmingly positive reviews.
Celine Dion did it for the second time
This marks Dion's second appearance at the opening ceremony of the Olympic Games. She previously performed in 1996 at the Atlanta games, singing The Power of the Dream.
The official social media profile of the Olympic Games shared a recording of Dion's performance in the United States. History has come full circle, and her voice graced the Olympic stage once again.
