Celine Dion may be the queen of ballads, but even she can get teary-eyed—especially when Kelly Clarkson is involved. The legendary Canadian singer took to X (formerly Twitter) on Tuesday to share a heartfelt message of gratitude to Clarkson for her recent cover of Dion’s iconic Titanic theme, “My Heart Will Go On,” during an episode of The Kelly Clarkson Show.
Dion’s Heartfelt Message
In the emotional video, Dion praised Clarkson’s performance, which aired during the “Kellyoke” segment of her talk show. “I just saw you singing ‘My Heart Will Go On,’ and I’m crying again,” Dion said, wiping tears from her eyes. “You were absolutely incredible, fantastic. I loved it so much.”
The cover clearly struck a chord with Dion, who admitted she was deeply moved by Clarkson’s rendition of the iconic love song that made her a household name. Clarkson’s powerhouse vocals have long been admired, but earning such praise from Dion is no small feat.
A Moment of Mutual Admiration
This touching moment between the two singers adds to a growing bond between them. Back in July, Clarkson was visibly emotional when Dion performed at the Summer Olympics opening ceremony in Paris, after a long hiatus due to health issues. Dion’s performance of Edith Piaf’s “L’Hymne à l’amour” from the Eiffel Tower was a highlight of the event, marking her highly anticipated return to live performing.
Serving as an NBC commentator for the Olympic broadcast, Clarkson found herself overwhelmed while reacting to Dion’s performance. “I actually can’t talk right now,” Clarkson said at the time, her voice cracking with emotion. “If you know anything just about Celine right now, this is her purpose… That she got through that, that was incredible. And in my field, she is the gold winner for vocal athletes.”
Dion Responds to Clarkson’s Olympic Reaction
Dion, in her recent video, also addressed Clarkson’s emotional reaction during the Olympics, revealing how touched she was by Clarkson’s heartfelt support. “It was so sweet to hear your voice,” Dion said. “Your voice was breaking and it touched me so tremendously.”
Clarkson’s admiration for Dion’s resilience and vocal talent appears to be mutual, with both artists having shared public moments of deep respect and connection.
Dion’s Return to the Stage
Dion’s return to the stage at the Paris Olympics was particularly meaningful after she had to take time off to address health issues. Her performance from the Eiffel Tower was a moving tribute to her enduring passion for music, and it marked a triumphant return for the superstar, who is beloved for her incredible vocal range and emotional performances.
With Clarkson’s rendition of “My Heart Will Go On” and her genuine support for Dion, it’s clear the bond between these two vocal powerhouses is as strong as ever. For fans of both artists, these heartfelt exchanges only serve to deepen the admiration they have for two of the music industry’s most talented and beloved figures.
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