Celine Dion floors fans with 'class and grace' as she makes surprise Grammys appearance amid health crisis

'When I say I'm happy to be here, I really mean it from my heart,' said Celine Dion before presenting Album of the Year at the Grammys
UPDATED FEB 5, 2024
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 04: Celine Dion speaks onstage during the 66th GRAMMY Awards at Crypto.com Arena on February 04, 2024 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for The Recording Academy)
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 04: Celine Dion speaks onstage during the 66th GRAMMY Awards at Crypto.com Arena on February 04, 2024 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for The Recording Academy)

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Fans were elated by Celine Dion's appearance, marked by "pure class and grace", at the 66th Annual Grammy Awards held at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, amid her ongoing fight with Stiff Person Syndrome.

The revered music icon, who had taken a hiatus from the public eye since December 2022 due to her diagnosis, surprised everyone by appearing at the end of the ceremony to present the prestigious Album of the Year award. 

Celine Dion's 'fabulous' appearance at Grammys earns standing ovation



 

As Dion made her way onto the stage, the Grammys audience rose to their feet in a massive standing ovation. Taylor Swift was seen singing along to 'The Power of Love' that played in Dion's honor.

The 55-year-old icon then presented the Album of the Year award to Swift for her album 'Midnights', marking Swift's fourth victory in this category. Before presenting the award Dion said, "Thank you, all! I love you right back. You look beautiful."

She added, "When I say I'm happy to be here, I really mean it from my heart."

"Those who have been blessed enough to be here at the Grammy Awards must never take for granted the tremendous love and joy that music brings to our lives and to people all around the world," shared the icon. 

When was Celine Dion last seen in public?


 
 
 
 
 
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Celine Dion, battling Stiff Person Syndrome, has been out of the public eye, with her sister Claudette Dion updating fans about her condition. The disorder has reportedly impacted Celine's ability to walk and sing, leading to a pause in her live performances and tours, as per Variety.

In November 2023, Celine made a public appearance at Katy Perry's Las Vegas residency and an NHL hockey game. However, she had to cancel her scheduled performances due to her condition.

Recently, Amazon MGM acquired a documentary, 'I Am: Celine Dion', chronicling Dion's fight with the syndrome over a year. The artist hopes the documentary will help raise awareness about this rare condition.

Joyful fans react over Celine Dion's 'pure class and grace' appearance at Grammys


 
 
 
 
 
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Fans on social media have expressed immense joy and admiration for the "pure grace" displayed by Celine Dion at the Grammys, despite her ongoing battle with Stiff Person Syndrome.  A Facebook user said, "So awesome to see Celine out again, best of wishes for your health."

"Best moment of the night," said another.  Another fan wrote, "This was the best part of the entire evening. May her health continue to improve."

"Celine looked great and of course beautiful. So happy to see Celine at the Grammys. Prayers for Celine’s health," expressed another. 

"Instant goosebumps when she came out, I've always adored Celine!!" noted another fan. 

One fan shared, "Stunning and pure class."

"She is pure class and grace," claimed another fan. 

Another person conveyed, "Was so happy too see Celine brought tears to my eyes Bless her and may they find a cure But you’re looking great !! "

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