FANS were left stunned after the iconic singer took to the stage to announce the Montreal Canadiens’ draft pick.
Not without a dramatic pause, Celine Dion announced Russian ice hockey player Ivan Demidov as her 2024 NHL draft pick.
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ESPN posted the clip on X, formerly Twitter, where it racked up more than 220,000 views and nearly 1,400 likes.
Fans shared their love for the singer in the comments section.
“Best draft moment EVER,” said one social media user.
“Well done, Celine,” echoed another.
“Great update,” commented a third.
In 2021, Celine spoke about having Stiff Person Syndrome, which means she experiences painful spasms regularly.
She revealed more about the diagnosis in moving scenes shown in her new documentary, I Am: Celine Dion.
The singer was filmed struggling with tremors throughout her body as doctors shouted that she was “in crisis”.
The devastating scene came at the end of the documentary, which was released on Amazon Prime on Tuesday.
The 56-year-old was asked to lie face down on a physiotherapy bed as she suffered spasms in her fingers, face and feet.
The doctor and another assistant gently turned Celine onto her side and she was seen crying as the seizure worsened.
When it finally passed, Celine opened her eyes and looked up at the ceiling, looking exhausted.
She then sat up and covered her face with her hands, wiping away her tears.
Although she still faces a number of health issues, Celine Dion’s long-awaited comeback could be much sooner than fans think, as reported by The US Sun.
What is stiff person syndrome?
Celine Dion stepped out of the spotlight after being diagnosed with a rare autoimmune disease
Stiff person syndrome is a rare neurological disorder that progresses over time.
The condition causes pain and muscle spasms that worsen over the years.
The condition is characterized by “progressive stiffness and painful spasms in the back and limbs, which are often triggered by touch, noise or anxiety and exacerbated by movement,” according to Contact A Family, a charity for families of children with deficiency.
There is currently no cure, but death from the disease is rare.
Sometimes, severe chest spasms can cause difficulty breathing.
The singer has received a formal offer from Paris Olympic organizers to perform during the grand opening ceremony next month.
The news comes amid rumors that a return to the Las Vegas Strip is also on the cards.
“Celine has made no secret of her desire to return to the stage, and Paris would be the perfect opportunity for her to do so,” said a source.
“Unlike other offerings which are full shows, making an appearance at the opening ceremony would see Celine singing just one song.
“The formal offer to perform was made earlier this year, and Celine is working around the clock to make it happen.
“She has made great leaps and is getting stronger every day, but she is not out of the woods yet.”
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