In a recent public appearance, well-known singer Celine Dion shared her journey to fight stiff person syndrome, a rare neurological disease. Dion expressed her new hope, replacing her initial fear of the disease, thanks to her neurologist, Dr. Amanda Piquet. The singer's revelations came during an emotional speech at a screening of her upcoming documentary, “I Am: Celine Dion,” which delves into her life with the disease.
Dion praised Dr Piquet for her important role in the management and treatment of his condition, saying: “She has replaced my fear with hope.” The crowd responded to his heartfelt words with boos and cheers. Stiff person syndrome is a rare and progressive syndrome that affects the nervous system, especially the brain and spinal cord.
In 2022, Dion announced her diagnosis and decided to take a break from her professional commitments to prioritize her health. She revealed that the condition had affected her singing ability, which she was known for. During her recent speech, Dion humorously noted that the event had the largest crowd she had seen in years.
The singer also took the opportunity to express gratitude to her children – René-Charles and the twins, Nelson and Eddy – for their daily love and support. He also acknowledged his fans, attributing his strength to their unwavering love and support over the years. He thanked them for being part of his journey and described his upcoming documentary as a love letter to them.
“I Am: Celine Dion” will air on Prime Video on June 25, offering an intimate look into the singer's life and her battle with Stiff Person Syndrome. Dion ended her speech on a hopeful note, expressing her desire to see her fans again very soon.
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