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Celine Dion breaks silence with 4-word statement after emotional return to spotlight at Olympics


Celine Dion has spoken out after making her emotional return to live singing at the Paris Olympics, as she closed the opening ceremony of the international event

At 56 years old, the iconic Canadian songstress powerfully performed Edith Piaf's classic, L'Hymne A L'Amour, from the heart of the Eiffel Tower on Friday, in the midst of her ongoing battle with stiff person syndrome (SPS), having said she didn't know if she could sing again. The legendary five-time Grammy winner also shared snaps from her iconic night, where she was spotted making a heart gesture dressed in a shimmering silver gown, similar to the outfit she donned for her unforgettable performance. Reflecting on the heritage of the iconic tune, Gaga informed fans: "This song was sung by Zizi Jeanmaire, born in Paris a French ballerina, she famously sang Mon Truc En Plumes in 1961.

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