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Celine Dion In Tears As She Reveals Update On SPS Battle

Published on May 24, 2024

As she talks about her devastating Stiff Person Syndrome diagnosis for her new documentary I Am: Celine Dion, Celine Dion can be seen holding back tears.

According to Radar Online, the renowned hitmaker opened up about the suffering the diagnosis has brought her, saying that performing for her devoted fan base is what she misses most.

Since her health issues were made public, Dion has been mostly out of the spotlight, and many people are sceptical about whether or not she will ever fully recover to perform.

Even if a number of irregular appearances earlier this year, such as one to give an award at the 2024 Grammy Awards, offered hope, it appears that Dion is no closer to returning to the stage.

Recall that she was compelled to postpone her world tour dates for 2023 and 2024, which is undoubtedly an indication that her diagnosis of Stiff Person Syndrome is as serious as some rumours have suggested.

Dion seems like she’s about to cry in a new teaser for her upcoming documentary, which was published on Thursday. In it, she talks about adjusting to a life in which she can’t perform like she has for the past few decades.

“I am working hard every day but I have to admit, it’s been a struggle. I miss it so much. The people. I miss them,” she said.

Nevertheless, despite all of the difficulties, the 56-year-old is unwavering in her resolve to go back to doing what she does best, no matter what.

The five-time Grammy winner made a strong declaration in which she said she “won’t stop.”

“If I can’t run, I’ll walk. If I can’t walk, I’ll crawl,” Dion said. “And I won’t stop. I won’t stop.”

“I’ve seen my life, and I love every piece of it,” she added. “It’s not hard to do a show, you know,” she said. “It’s hard to cancel a show.”

On March 15, this year, Dion provided an update in honour of SPS Awareness Day.

“As many of you know, in the fall of 2022, I was diagnosed with Stiff Person Syndrome (SPS). Trying to overcome this autoimmune disorder has been one of the hardest experiences of my life, but I remain determined to one day get back onto the stage and to live as normal of a life as possible.

“I am deeply grateful for the love and support from my kids, family, team and all of you!

“I want to send my encouragement and support to all those around the world that have been affected by SPS. I want you to know you can do it! We can do it!”