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'She's back': Fans dance, sing and cry after Céline Dion's comeback concert in Paris

Thousands turned out to witness Céline Dion perform in Paris on Saturday, her first show after a six year illness-induced hiatus.

'She's back': Fans dance, sing and cry after Céline Dion's comeback concert in Paris

Celine Dion, 58, returned to the stage after a six-year hiatus on Saturday in Paris, as she commenced her 26-show residency at the Plenitude Arena in Nanterre, France. The Canadian singer began her performance with her 1998 hit "On Ne Change Pas," visibly emotional as she wiped away tears and expressed her gratitude to the audience.

In her speech, Dion expressed her commitment to return to live performances following her diagnosis with stiff-person syndrome in 2022, a rare autoimmune and neurological disorder that affects muscle rigidity, mobility, and breathing. She emphasized her promise to come back to the stage and dedicated her performance to her fans, stating that she is grateful for their support and love.

Dion's return to the stage, after overcoming health struggles, marks the beginning of a new chapter in her career.

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