Renowned Canadian singer Celine Dion has expressed her determination to overcome her battle with Stiff Person Syndrome and return to performing on stage.
In a recent interview on the “Today Show with Hoda Kotb“, Celine Dion declared that nothing would stop her from gracing the stage once again.
She stated that even if she had to crawl, or communicate solely through hand gestures, she was prepared to do whatever it takes to make her comeback a reality.
She said:
“I’m going to go back on stage, even if I have to crawl. Even if I have to talk with my hands, I will. I will,”
The singer also revealed that he hid her illness for 17 years before making it public.
Celine Dion revealed her secret struggle, which she endured while supporting her late husband Rene Angelil’s cancer fight and raising their children.
During the interview, the 56-year-old singer confessed to experiencing symptoms as far back as 2008, but didn’t take the time to understand her condition.
She revealed that as her husband fought for his life, she felt the weight of responsibility, raising their children while concealing her own declining health.
According to her, the burden of secrecy finally became too much, prompting her to openly share her diagnosis with the world.
She said:
“We did not know what was going on [with me]. I did not take the time… I should have stopped, took the time to figure it out.
“And like it wasn’t enough, my husband as well is fighting for his own life.
“I had to raise my kids, I had to hide, I had to try to be a hero – while feeling my body leaving me, I was holding on to my own dreams.
“I was unaware of what was happening to my body, and I should have stopped and sought answers.
“I had to be a hero, even as my body was failing me, I was clinging to my dreams, all while hiding my struggles from those who supported me throughout my career.”
