Legendary singer set for huge Eurovision comeback after devastating health battle as contest boss teases ‘a great show’
A legendary singer is expected to make a big comeback at next year’s Eurovision Song Contest in Switzerland.
Rumor has it that Celine Dion is making her comeback in the song contest, in the same country where she won her first prize in 1988.
Before she found success as a power ballad singer, the singer won the competition with her performance of ‘Ne Partez Pas San Moi’.
After a gruelling battle with the incurable stiff-person syndrome, the 56-year-old star made a breathtaking appearance at the opening ceremony of the Paris Olympics in July.
And now there is much speculation as to whether she could also grace the Eurovision Song Contest with a special performance.
A legendary singer is being tipped for a big comeback at next year’s Eurovision Song Contest in Switzerland
Rumor has it that Celine Dion is making her comeback in the song competition, in the same country where she triumphed in 1988 (pictured at the Paris Olympics in July)
Appears on the podcast Eurovis-HunsEurovision Song Contest 2025 executive co-producer Moritz Stadler did not deny that she could possibly perform.
Presenters Lee and Luis asked: ‘Wouldn’t you love it if Celine was there for the opening of the grand finale?’
Moritz remained silent as he replied, “As I said, there’s not much I can say.
“We’re building a great show. And you’re right, Celine Dion is a legend! Are we in touch now? Are we trying to get her? I’m not going to tell you now.”
He added: ‘I’m sure you understand because you must have a bit of tension between now and next May.
“I suggest you wait a moment before I reveal whether something is true or not.”
MailOnline has contacted Celine Dion’s representatives for comment.
Last month it was announced that the race will be held in Basel on the St. Jakobshalle Arena.
Before she found success as a power ballad singer, the singing sensation won the contest with her performance of ‘Ne Partez Pas San Moi’ (pictured in 1988 after winning the contest)
Stiff Person Syndrome (SPS), her one-in-a-million autoimmune disease, has paralyzed her voice and stolen her ability to sing
Celine admitted she was ‘so full of joy’ after her breathtaking comeback performance at the opening ceremony of the 2024 Paris Olympics
The international singing competition is being held in Switzerland, after Swiss singer Nemo collected the trophy in Malmö, Sweden, earlier this year.
The 24-year-old Swiss star became the competition’s first non-binary winner after scoring 365 points from the judges and 226 from the public, for a total of 591 points, with their song The Code.
Meanwhile, Celine admitted she was “so full of joy” after her breathtaking comeback performance at the opening ceremony of the 2024 Paris Olympics.
28 years after making her Olympic debut in 1996 at the Atlanta Stadium, Celine proved she still has what it takes by closing the ceremony with a stunning performance atop the Eiffel Tower.
And after moving her fans to tears, Celine reflected on the iconic moment with a heartfelt message to X.
She wrote: ‘I feel honoured to have performed tonight at the opening ceremony of Paris 2024 and I am so excited to be back in one of my favourite cities!’
“I am especially happy to honor these amazing athletes, with all their stories of sacrifice and determination, pain and perseverance.
The international singing competition is being held in Switzerland after Swiss singer Nemo took home the trophy in Malmö, Sweden earlier this year
“You are all so focused on your dream. And whether you take home a medal or not, I hope you being here means your dream has come true!”
‘You should all be so proud, we know how hard you have worked to be the best of the best. Stay focused, keep going, my heart is with you! – Celine xx…’
Celine looked incredible in a glittering silver dress as she performed a performance of Hymne à L’amour, originally sung by French music icon Edith Piaf.
The song was originally released in 1950 and the title literally means ‘Hymn to Love’.
The My Heart Will Go On singer seemed close to tears as she concluded her performance, to loud cheers from the audience. Viewers at home were also emotional.