Céline Dion’s triumphant return from illness stole the evening at the majestic Olympic Games Paris 2024 opening ceremony. Meanwhile, Lady Gaga’s powerhouse performance kicked off the event, setting a grand start to the games. Watch the full video for all the details.
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00:00Lady Gaga's powerhouse performance and icon Celine Dion's tramp fan return on stage
00:05as lit up the opening ceremony of Olympic Games Paris 2024 like never before.
00:12The Olympic Games Paris 2024 has returned to bring champions from around the world together
00:17in one majestic game.
00:19The opening ceremony took place on July 26, featuring dynamic performances that left audiences
00:25in awe.
00:27Lady Gaga kicked off the ceremony in grand style, known for her energetic yet captivating
00:33performances.
00:34The singer stunned the audience with a French rendition of Zizi Jamer's English-meaning
00:38song My Thing With Feathers.
00:40Dressed in a black leotard and opera gloves, she was surrounded by dancers opting for pink
00:46round feathers that formed a heart shape, the performance perfectly resonating with
00:51the romantic essence of song and as well as the city of love, Paris.
00:56Meanwhile, Canadian singer Celine Dion, popularly hailed as the Queen of Power ballad, was the
01:02showstopper of the evening as she returned back to stage after four years following her
01:06diagnosis with stiff person syndrome, a rare neurological disease.
01:12Celine, dressed in a full silver gown adorned with diamond tassels, delivered a tramp fan
01:17performance under the sparkling lights of the iconic Eiffel Tower.
01:21At 56, a powerful singing and stirring presence left the guests and commentators in awe.
01:26Her epic return showcased her enduring and unmissable aura, surprising and delighting
01:31her fans.
01:32Lady Gaga and Celine Dion's unmatched spirit and spectacular performances made the Olympic
01:39Games Paris 2024 Opening Ceremony an unforgettable night, captivating audiences worldwide and
01:45setting the stage for the Games to come.
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