When Céline Dion announced in December 2022 that she had been diagnosed with Stiff Person Syndrome, she couldn't give fans much information other than noting her European tours were canceled. Nearly a year and a half later, the singer is sharing details about her arduous recovery, optimistic outlook, and why she originally blamed herself for her diagnosis. 'I haven’t beat the disease, as it's still within me and always will be,' Dion, 56, told Vogue France.
'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!' the 6-time Grammy Award-winner declared. Despite her resiliency, Dion isn't willing to give a definitive answer about returning to the stage. She says she 'can't answer' if she'll be able to perform or tour again.
For four years I've been saying to myself that I'm not going back, that I'm ready, that I'm not ready,' she revealed, indicating her health had been declining before her announcement in late 2022. 'As things stand, I can't stand here and say to you: ‘Yes, in four months.’ I don't know.' 'My body will tell me. On the other hand, I don't just want to wait. It's morally hard to live from day to day.