'Just fell from grace': Celine Dion trolled over topless photoshoot amid battle with stiff person syndrome

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: In a captivating interview with Vogue France, celebrated songstress Celine Dion bared her soul as she made a striking return to the limelight, captivating readers with a stunning photoshoot and candid revelations about her ongoing struggle with stiff person syndrome (SPS).

The 55-year-old music icon, known for her powerhouse vocals and enduring charisma, graced the pages of Vogue in a series of captivating shots, including a bold topless pose in an oversized white shirt and shorts. 

Celine Dion talks health concerns and the possibility of touring

Reflecting on her journey with SPS, Dion offered a raw glimpse into her daily battle with the degenerative disorder, sharing insights into her therapeutic regimen and the emotional toll of grappling with unanswered questions, reported by DailyMail.

Celine Dion revealed that she was diagnosed with the rare neurological disorder in an emotional video back in 2022 and confessed that she "takes it one day at a time" and is "learning to live with it."

Upon being asked how she was, she replied, "I'm well, but it's a lot of work. I'm taking it one day at a time."

When asked how she manages with her condition, she replied, "Five days a week I undergo athletic, physical and vocal therapy. I have to learn to live with it now and stop questioning myself."

"At the beginning I would ask myself: why me? How did this happen? What have I done? Is this my fault? Life doesn't give you any answers. You just have to live it!"

Dion added, "I've chosen to work with all my body and soul, from head to toe, with a medical team. I want to be the best I can be. My goal is to see the Eiffel Tower again!''

After several years away from the spotlight, the star last appeared onstage at the Grammy Awards in February, presenting Taylor Swift with her Album of the Year award.

In the recent interview, Dion expressed uncertainty about returning to the stage for another tour, citing ongoing health considerations. Celine said she "can't answer that" possibility of touring. She suggested that over the last four years, she's been going back back and forth between the idea of feeling able to tour once again.

Celine suggested that her body will "tell" her when, but added that she doesn't "just want to wait".

Celine Dion faces online criticism for topless shoot amidst health struggles

The reactions to Celine Dion's recent topless photoshoot have been mixed, with some expressing disappointment and criticism while others offering support and understanding.

One user lamented, "She just fell from grace with the first photo." Similarly, another user criticized the display, stating, "There's nothing powerful about putting your private parts on display for all and sundry. It's a display of desperation."

Further disapproval was expressed by a user who remarked, "I just lost all respect for her. Nothing says 'look at me' like going topless, when women struggled for decades to NOT be sex objects."

One user expressed understanding of Dion's choice, noting, "She does look much healthier. Hopefully she keeps improving. At least she can afford the best advice."

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