Celine Dion stuns Paris with her triumphant return at the Olympic ceremony

Thanks to Celine Dion's performance, the opening ceremony of the Olympic Games in Paris was watched on Friday not only by sports fans but also by pop culture enthusiasts. The diva's performance at the event was her first in over four years. Her break from performing is due to battling an incurable disease. Celine suffers from Moersch-Woltmann syndrome, also known as stiff person syndrome, which she announced in 2022.

Reportedly, the star agreed to grace the Parisian event provided she could withdraw in case of a sudden deterioration in her health. Fortunately, she managed to take the stage at the Eiffel Tower. In such circumstances, Celine Dion sang "Hymne A L'Amour" from Edith Piaf's repertoire.

The 56-year-old's performance floored the audience, and the star received a standing ovation. It was evident that returning to the stage was a significant experience for her. A backstage video has already surfaced online, showing her team also applauding Dion after the performance.

The video reveals another surprising detail. It's about the star's footwear. On television, Celine was framed in such a way that her shoes were not visible. The long Dior dress might have suggested she was wearing high heels. However, Dion is seen strolling in white sporty sneakers in the mentioned recording. Of course, it’s unclear if this was indeed her Olympic outfit below the waist, but it is likely.

Interestingly, Celine Dion's Friday performance marked her return not only to the stage but also to the Olympic Games. The diva first performed at the event's opening ceremony in 1996 in Atlanta, where she sang "The Power of the Dream."