'Fighter' Celine Dion plans to return to stage once doctors give ‘go-ahead’ despite not ‘much control’ over her muscles

QUEBEC CITY, QUEBEC: Celine Dion is not giving up on her dream of performing again even though she has been diagnosed with stiff-person syndrome, a rare condition that affects her muscle control.

The 55-year-old singer is working hard to overcome her health challenges with the help of doctors and physical therapists, sources say.

Celine Dion is a fighter

An insider told Us Weekly that Dion is determined to get better and take the stage again once she is cleared by her medical team.

“Celine is a fighter,” the source said, adding "She doesn’t have as much control over her muscles as she did before, but she’s working with doctors and physical therapists to get better."

"Céline has been taking time to focus on her health but plans to take the stage again once she is given the go-ahead by her medical team," the source further stated.

Grammy winner Celine Dion won’t give up the fight against stiff-person syndrome

Another source confirmed Dion’s positive attitude and perseverance, saying that the Grammy winner “won’t give up the fight” against her stiff-person syndrome.

“She’s staying positive and upbeat and doing her physical therapy every day,” the source added.

“Getting back on stage in some form is her constant dream, even if she can no longer sing; she just wants to see those shining faces," the source continued.

Celine Dion announced her diagnosis and canceled her tour last year

Dion revealed her diagnosis and canceled her Courage World Tour in December 2022, apologizing to her fans for disappointing them.

“I’ve been dealing with problems with my health for a long time and it’s been really difficult for me to face these challenges and to talk about everything that I’ve been going through,” she shared via Instagram.

“I’m so sorry to disappoint all of you once again. I’m working really hard to build back my strength, but touring can be very difficult even when you’re 100[percent]," she added.

"It’s not fair to you to keep postponing the shows, and even though it breaks my heart, it’s best that we cancel everything now until I’m really ready to be back on stage again. I want you all to know, I’m not giving up … and I can’t wait to see you again!,” she continued.