Celine Dion Opens Paris Residency, First Concert Since 2022 Diagnosis
The Hollywood Reporter said Celine Dion opened her month-long Paris residency at the Plénitude Arena on 12 September, delivering her first full concert since a 2022 diagnosis of Stiff-Person Syndrome and performing before an audience of about 45,000. Earlier reports detailed the build-up to the residency. Yahoo announced that the Canadian singer would debut a 26-date run at the arena, marking her return after a six-year hiatus.
Variety noted that the opening performance was emotional, with Dion thanking fans and acknowledging her health challenges while projecting a sizable economic boost for France. CBS News reported the concert was sold out, and Billboard described the setlist as a mix of French hits and English classics before roughly 30,000 spectators, with notable guests in attendance.