Singer Dion reveals hopes to ‘one day get back on stage’
CELINE Dion has said she is “deeply grateful” for the support from her family and fans as she opened up about her experience of stiff person syndrome (SPS).
The Canadian singer, 55, marked the international awareness day of the rare neurological condition by sharing a photo of herself with her three sons to Instagram, sending words of encouragement to others living with the autoimmune disorder and revealed she is determined to one day get back on stage and “live as normal of a life as possible”.
In the photo, Dion could be smiling with her arms wrapped around two of her children while the third sat in front of her as they all posed on a racing podium with a trophies.
“Today the world recognises International SPS Awareness Day,” she wrote alongside the post.
“As many of you know, in the fall of 2022, I was diagnosed with stiff person syndrome (SPS).
“Trying to overcome this autoimmune disorder has been one of the hardest experiences of my life, but I remain determined to one day get back onto the stage and to live as normal of a life as possible.
“I am deeply grateful for the love and support from my kids, family, team and all of you!
“I want to send my encouragement and support to all those around the world that have been affected by SPS. I want you to know you can do it! We can do it! Love Celine xx...”
The singer superstar, whose best known hits include My Heart Will Go On, Think Twice, and It’s All Coming Back To Me Now, received a standing ovation when she made a rare public appearance at the Grammy Awards last month to present the album of the year prize.
Earlier this year, it was announced that a new Prime Video documentary is set to detail her battle with SPS and the lengths she has gone to to carry on performing.
I Am: Celine Dion, captured over more than a year by Oscarnominated filmmaker Irene Taylor, promises to provide insight into a pivotal period in the star’s life.
Dion has sold more than 250 million albums during her 40-year career. She has spoken about having muscle spasms as a result of SPS.
She revealed her diagnosis in December 2022 and cancelled her Courage World Tour as a result.