Celine Dion fans were left “in shock” after Amazon Prime released an emotional new trailer for the upcoming documentary I Am: Celine Dion, in which the Canadian singer breaks down in tears.
In the touching clip, the 56-year-old is upset as she admits that the diagnosis of stiff person syndrome has affected her ability to perform in front of her adoring fans, and her candid admission has brought them to tears too.
On X, formerly known as Twitter, many shared their thoughts on the powerful trailer when one person posted: ‘This video broke me into pieces. What a wonderful, strong woman.’
Another wrote: “I’m totally shocked, she doesn’t deserve this situation,” while a third person admitted: “Céline Dion made me cry and her documentary isn’t out yet.”
Celine Dion breaks down in tears in a trailer for her new Amazon Prime documentary called I Am: Celine Dion
Fans took to X, formerly known as Twitter, to admit that the trailer had made them cry.
One fan shared that the trailer for the documentary had them “broken” into pieces.
Another fan said they were “totally shocked” by Celine’s diagnosis and her current situation.
Someone else commented: ‘I’m already crying. Queen, you deserve nothing but health, love and all the praise. Stay strong Céline, we love you so much and miss you so much,’ while another user added: ‘Here I am crying for Celine Dion again. My love of more than 30 years for this woman has no limits.’
Another fan wrote: ‘One minute watching the trailer and I can’t stop crying. Imagine watching the entire documentary (sic)’.
In a shocking part of the trailer, a 911 call is heard against the backdrop of Las Vegas, where Celine held an epic residency until June 2019.
He’s not sure when or why the 911 call was made, but it was likely due to his struggle with stiff person syndrome.
Celine revealed in December 2022 that she had been diagnosed with the degenerative disease.
Stiff person syndrome (SPS), also known as stiff man syndrome, is a rare neurological disorder that causes progressive muscle stiffness and spasms.
Spasms may be painful, come and go, and may worsen over time. Stiffness usually affects the muscles of the torso, but it can also affect the arms and legs.
Towards the end of the trailer, the mother of three promises her fans that she will do anything to save her voice, which she describes as “the driver of my life.”
Fans will see the struggles the mother of three has faced behind the scenes after she was diagnosed with stiff person syndrome.
The full documentary, titled I Am Celine Dion, will be available to watch on Amazon Prime on June 25.
‘When your voice brings you joy, you are your best self. I need my instrument’, as various clips of Celine recording music and performing over the years play.
‘I’ve been diagnosed with a very rare neurological disorder and before I wasn’t ready to say anything, but now I am,’ she admits, before adding: ‘I look at my life and I love every part of it.’
Referring to his live performances, he then says, “It’s not hard to put on a show, you know, it’s hard to cancel a show.”
‘I’m working hard every day, but I have to admit it’s been a struggle. I miss him so much. The people… I miss them.’
The trailer ends with her saying, “If I can’t run, I’ll walk.” If I can’t walk, I’ll crawl. But I won’t stop, she won’t stop.
I Am: Celine Dion will be available to watch on Amazon Prime on June 25.
