Listening to Céline Dion sing at the Eiffel Tower was undoubtedly one of the most emotional moments of the Paris 2024 Olympics opening ceremony. The Canadian singer, who has been absent from the stage in recent years due to illness, touched the hearts of everyone in Paris and around the world with her voice.
Accompanied by a piano, Céline delivered a masterful performance of "Hymne à l'amour" (Hymn to Love), the song that the celebrated French artist Édith Piaf dedicated to her love, the boxer Marcel Cerdan, who tragically died in a plane crash.
After nearly four hours of ceremony, Céline appeared atop the Eiffel Tower just after the Olympic cauldron was lit and rose into the air like a hot air balloon. Her rendition, a song about love in the most romantic city in the world, amazed the thousands in attendance and viewers worldwide who watched her performance on screens.
Céline Dion's Return to the Stage
Hours before her performance at the Paris 2024 Olympics opening ceremony, Céline shared photos on her social media with the Parisian public. Céline Dion was diagnosed with Stiff-Person Syndrome (SPS), a rare neurological disorder with no cure, which has forced her to step away from music.
This is not the first time the artist has sung at the Olympics; she performed "The Power of The Dream" at the Atlanta 1996 Olympics.
Frequently Asked Questions about Céline Dion's Performance at Paris 2024 Olympics
Here are some common questions and answers about Céline Dion's memorable performance at the Paris 2024 Olympics opening ceremony.
What song did Céline Dion perform at the Paris 2024 Olympics opening ceremony?
Céline Dion performed "Hymne à l'amour," a song originally dedicated by Édith Piaf to her lover, Marcel Cerdan.
Why has Céline Dion been absent from the stage in recent years?
Céline Dion has been diagnosed with Stiff-Person Syndrome (SPS), a rare neurological disorder, which has required her to take a break from performing.
Has Céline Dion performed at the Olympics before?
Yes, she performed "The Power of The Dream" at the Atlanta 1996 Olympics.