Céline Dion Set for Paris Return After Health Battle, Expert Cites City's Career Roots
According to France 24, the singer's comeback show in Paris is not merely an 'Olympics effect' but reflects the city's long-standing role in her career, a Sorbonne Nouvelle University professor said.
Céline Dion was set to make a long-awaited return to the stage in Paris on Saturday, according to France 24, following years of battling a rare neurological disorder. Fans were reported to be counting down the hours until showtime.
France 24 examined why the singer chose Paris for her comeback performance, turning to Nick Rees-Roberts, a professor of media, culture and communication at Sorbonne Nouvelle University, for context.
"It's not just the Olympics effect," Rees-Roberts said, according to the report. "Paris was the launch pad for her career."
Rees-Roberts said that beyond her native Quebec, commentators have long described Paris as a kind of second home for Dion, pointing to her ties to the city dating back to the 1980s and early 1990s.
The report did not provide further details on the specific venue, ticket availability, or the medical condition that had kept Dion away from major stage performances in recent years.
Sources
- Céline Dion's come back: Why did she choose Paris? — France 24 — English
EGazette summarizes reporting from multiple sources; follow the links for the originals.
Related articles
Ed Sheeran Addresses Macklemore Controversy at Concert, Fans React
Singer told a cheering crowd he had made mistakes after rapper Macklemore was dropped from his tour following pro-Palestinian remarks, BBC News reported.
In Paris's trendy restaurants, uncomfortable furniture becomes an accepted norm
Fashionable establishments offer tiny seats and overcrowded spaces, an discomfort embraced by both restaurateurs and diners.
Ed Sheeran Says Gaza Devastation Left Him 'Heart Broken', Addresses Macklemore Tour Controversy
The singer apologized for decisions surrounding rapper Macklemore's removal from his US tour, saying his concerts should remain a safe space for everyone
Ed Sheeran Addresses Macklemore Controversy, Israel-Gaza War at Philadelphia Concert
The singer acknowledged “mistakes” during his first show since rapper Macklemore was dropped from his tour lineup and other artists withdrew, according to BBC News.
Ed Sheeran Calls Gaza Situation ‘Unjustifiable’ Amid Palestine Controversy
The British singer addressed fans during a concert in Philadelphia as his US Loop Tour resumed, according to Al Jazeera.
Chiptune Band Anamanaguchi Discusses New Music and Creative Process
The band behind the Scott Pilgrim vs. the World video game soundtrack spoke with The Verge about their latest work and collaborations.
Comments
Loading comments…