Celine Dion ‘secretly practicing’ for Las Vegas return, sources claim

Celine Dion, the iconic songstress known for her powerful voice and emotional performances, is reportedly preparing for a triumphant return to the stage. Despite living with stiff person syndrome, Dion is said to be gearing up for a series of 70-minute shows set to coincide with the Las Vegas Formula One Grand Prix.

Dion’s last live performance was on March 8, 2020, in New Jersey during her Courage world tour. Since then, fans have eagerly awaited her return, especially after she announced her diagnosis and promised to come back stronger. Now, it seems that moment might be arriving sooner than expected.

According to the US Sun, Dion has dedicated the past eight months to rigorous rehearsals with musicians and vocal therapists. “She has worked incredibly hard to get back to a place where she can sing well and for some period of time,” a source revealed. “She believes that she is ready to perform for over an hour.”

The drive to return to the stage has been a significant motivation for Dion in her health battles. “Her desire to return and entertain has been a huge driving force,” the source added. “She never gave up and has been working in secret for months on her vocal strength and control.”

Dion’s journey back to performing began with “small sessions” at her home, gradually building up to singing several songs in succession. This slow but steady progress has been bolstered by the unwavering support of her close circle and the executives at AEG, the concert promoter. “They are beyond supportive and feel very happy to collaborate to make sure everything is right for any return,” the source mentioned.

Despite the setbacks from her previous tour, both Dion and her fans remain hopeful. Sources speculate that this time, “there is no doubt that the fans will support her no matter what happens.” Dion plans to start with a few dates to test her physical and mental health. If things don’t go as planned, these dates could be moved to early 2025.

“But at this moment a November return is the focus,” the source stated. “And then anything beyond that will be discussed after that run.” Given the unpredictable nature of stiff person syndrome, everyone involved must be ready for anything. “This syndrome is not something which obeys people’s schedules and plans and could flare up at any point,” another source explained. “So this is a reality everyone has to live with.”

As a long-time fan, I truly hope these reports are accurate. Seeing Celine Dion back on stage, doing what she loves most, would be a testament to her resilience and passion. Her return would undoubtedly be a momentous occasion for her and her devoted fans worldwide.