Following René Angélil’s tragic death to tongue cancer in January, Celine Dion has taken to the stage once more to honour her husband’s memory.
On Sunday, October 31 – almost 10 months since René’s passing – the French-Canadian singer attended the Adisa Gala in Quebec, Canada, to accept an award on behalf of the late 73-year-old, who was a renowned musical producer and talent manager.
He was also Celine’s manager.
Upon accepting his accolade – the honorary Félix trophy – Celine not only presented a heart-wrenchingly touching speech to the attentive crowd, but she also took to the microphone to sing a song for the man she shares three children with.
“[René] not only one of the greatest visionaries of the Quebec music industry,” she said. “He was also one of the biggest fans of musical artists that ever existed.”
“He had an immense respect for people who had that passion. René always thought of others before he thought of himself.”
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Celine believes that René was a great music “visionary.”
After the gala concluded, the 48-year-old songstress opened up about how moved she was that René’s musical legacy would continue to live on.
“It was a great honour for me to receive trophies over the years, but to be here to receive a trophy that’s not for me, that’s even more touching,” she said.
“He’s not physically present, but I’m sure he’s here tonight. I don’t think he missed any of this, and I’m sure he’s very proud.”
Celine stood strong as she accepted René’s accolade.
The Heart Will Go On singer has said that while she misses René, she feels “at peace.”
“René always insisted the show must go on,” says Celine.
Celine’s has remained strong during what can only be described as a painfully tumultuous year.
Celine previously confessed to People how she manages to cope with the loss of her soulmate. “René always insisted the show must go on.”
“You know what, I’m 48-years-old and I lost the love of my life. I miss him a lot from when he was great, but not when he was suffering. I cannot be selfish. You have to let people go.”
“I feel at peace.”
WATCH as Celine opens up about René’s desire for her to keep performing.
