Céline Dion may have been forced to call off her planned world tour in the wake of her Stiff-person syndrome diagnosis, but the singer is not giving up hope of a brighter future, according to sources.
The iconic songstress’s health has been the subject of alarm for fans of late, but though her condition remains a relative mystery, stark new reports have emerged that paint a grim picture.
Back in December 2022, Dion was given a life-changing “one in a million” diagnosis, forcing her to take a step back from performing and retire from the public eye. At the time it was made clear that she was working with a team of excellent doctors, and the 55-year-old naturally received the support of fans worldwide.
Fast forward to today, however, and Dion’s health doesn’t seem to have improved all that much. At least, that’s what we can garner from speculation insisting the very future of her career is in dire jeopardy.
Stiff-person Syndrome is characterized by the Cleveland Clinic as “a rare autoimmune movement disorder that affects the central nervous system (the brain and spinal cord). People with this condition first experience a stiffening of the muscles of their trunk followed, over time, by the development of stiffness and rigidity in the legs and other muscles in the body.”
Dion has remained largely out of the public eye since announcing her health battle last winter, having postponed all her gigs for this year.
According to the Daily Mirror, the severity of the superstar’s health issues mean that she’s struggling to find medications that work in combatting her illness. As a result, the My Heart Will Go On singer might even call curtains on her illustrious career.
It must be stated that this isn’t a decision she will be taking lightly, but an insider has reportedly revealed how Dion has been left so debilitated by the condition that she doesn’t like leaving the comfort of her home at present.
Speaking to the National Enquirer, the source further stated that the star is suffering from “unbearable” spasms.
“Celine hasn’t been photographed in public in almost 600 days — and with good reason,” the source said.
“She has trouble walking and is at the mercy of loud noises that trigger spasms, which make her susceptible to failing. Her back has become hunched and her muscle spasms are, at times, unbearable.”
Moreover, the source alleged that Dion’s condition is getting worse, not better, and her sister Linda recently moved into her home to help.
Another of Dion’s sisters, Claudette, earlier this month offered a bleak update on the singer’s health, detailing that she is working closely with specialized researchers for the rare condition.
“We can’t find any medicine that works, but having hope is important,” Claudette revealed, per SheMazing. She emphasized that Céline needed rest, given that she tends to go above and beyond during performances, always striving for excellence.
She added: “At one point, your heart and your body are trying to tell you something. It’s important to listen to it.”
I don’t know about you, but I sincerely hope that Céline can overcome her health issues and get back to doing what she does best. She’s a true icon of the music industry and certainly someone that millions of people around the world are inspired by.
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