Celine Dion revealed she plans to perform a series of comeback concerts in Paris amid her ongoing battle with stiff person syndrome.
The Grammy-winner took to Instagram to share the news on Monday, which also marked her 58th birthday.
“This year, I’m getting the best gift of my life,” Dion said in a brief video clip. “I’m so happy. I’m so ready to do this. I’m feeling good, I’m strong, I’m feeling excited — obviously, of course, a little nervous— but most of all, I am grateful to all of you. I can’t wait to see you again. Well, happy birthday to me.”
Dion also thanked her fans for their support, telling them that she feels “strong” and “excited” to return to the stage.
“Over the last few years, every day that’s gone by, I’ve felt your prayers and support,” she said. “This year, I’m getting the chance to see you, to perform for you once again in Paris.”
Beginning in September, she’ll play a 10-show residency at France’s Paris La Défense Arena. Her first performance in the City of Lights, scheduled for Sept. 10, will also be her first full concert in years as she continues to battle stiff-person syndrome.
Dion revealed she’d been diagnosed with the rare neurological condition — which causes muscle spasms, including constrictions on to the vocal cords —.back in 2022. She canceled her “Courage World Tour” at the time, and has made few appearances outside of a performance atop the Eiffel Tower at the opening ceremony of the 2024 Paris Olympics.
The upcoming concert series, titled “Celine Dion Paris 2026,” will feature all of her hits in both English and French. It is currently scheduled to conclude Wednesday, Oct. 14.
With News Wire Services