by Celine Dion’s Angelic Voice Captivates Fellow Stars
When Celine Dion unleashes her towering vocals on stage, she often brings the audience to tears. Over her decades-long career, the Canadian songstress has earned a reputation as one of the greatest singers alive. It’s no wonder she has captivated the hearts of so many worldwide – including among celebrity circles.
From A-list singers and actors to fashion icons and even world leaders, Celine has some very famous fans. For these stars, her spine-tingling voice and iconic songs hold a special meaning. As Celine continues performing her timeless hits to sold-out crowds, let’s take a look at the celebrities counting themselves as members of her fan club.
Singers Enchanted by Celine’s Vocals
Some of music’s biggest names are completely enamored by Celine Dion’s magical voice. Having inspired countless vocalists who came after her, many pop divas view Celine as the ultimate icon.
Adele Worships Her Vocal Idol
British sensation Adele makes no secret of her Celine Dion adoration. She notoriously freaked out backstage after Celine praised her voice, overwhelmed to meet her vocal inspiration.
“I actually began to cry,” Adele confessed to Rolling Stone after their first encounter. “She was very, very gracious and sweet, and I couldn’t believe she was so nice.”
The “Hello” singer even incorporated Celine’s signature drawn-out notes into her James Bond theme song “Skyfall.” Over the years, Adele has gushed about Celine in multiple interviews, calling her voice “perfect” and claiming “no one comes close” in comparison.
Shania Twain Dubs Her “Pure Magic”
As a pop-country trailblazer, Shania Twain knows good singing when she hears it. When asked about Celine, she described her voice as “just pure magic.”
“She has beautiful tone, clarity and control,” Shania elaborated to People Magazine. “She makes it sound easy and effortless.”
The Canadian singers share an innate understanding as francophone vocalists. Given her technical precision and natural gift, Shania believes Celine “stands alone” as a once-in-a-generation talent.
Gwen Stefani Admires Her Emotional Ballads
Always drawn to strong female vocalists, ska-pop rocker Gwen Stefani has named Celine as a personal favorite. She singled out Celine’s emotional slow jams as particularly impactful.
“I’m obsessed with Celine Dion. I’ve been listening to her since her first record,” Gwen confessed to Andy Cohen. “I love her voice and I feel like I wanna cry when I hear her.”
No Doubt, Gwen’s vocals have a distinct edge to them. But she still admires Celine’s ability to convey raw feeling through song. Tracks like “My Heart Will Go On” and “Because You Loved Me” especially touch Gwen’s heart.
Mariah Carey Calls Her “Phenomenal”
When comparing vocal legends, Mariah Carey’s name enters any conversation. The elusive chanteuse boasts her own sweeping range as one of music’s best-selling divas.
Despite fan theories of rivalry, Mariah only has praise for Celine. “I think she’s just incredible,” she told Andy Cohen, calling Celine “a phenomenal talent.”
There’s no denying both have monumental voices. Perhaps Mariah sums it up best – “Celine is Celine and Mariah is Mariah.” As two powerhouse singers, they share a mutual respect for each other’s talents.
James Corden Sings Alongside His Idol
As host of The Late Late Show, James Corden often fawns over Celine Dion. He even invited her for an epic Carpool Karaoke session in 2019.
Beltting her smash hits together, James fanboyed the entire ride. “I’ve seen you in concert about nine times!” he proclaimed.
The British personality has long considered himself a superfan. Once, James surprised shoppers by breaking into “My Heart Will Go On” inside a grocery store. His unexpected Celine serenade highlights just how much her music moves him.
Actors Captivated By Her Stage Presence
Beyond beautiful vocals, Celine Dion boasts larger-than-life stage presence. Like so many audience members, various Hollywood stars have found themselves brought to tears during her live shows.
Ryan Reynolds Admits His Celine Obsession
Known for his quick wit and self-deprecation, Ryan Reynolds isn’t above poking fun at his own Celine Dion fandom. He even sang a surprisingly decent rendition of “My Heart Will Go On” at a fundraising event.
“I’m not proud of that,” Ryan joked in a Tweet sharing footage of his impromptu cover. “But I’m not NOT proud of it either.”
The Deadpool actor also recruited Celine for a hilarious ad campaign promoting his Aviation Gin. Her unexpected cameo shows Ryan’s willing to make fun of his Dion devotion.
Julia Roberts Reportedly Sobbed At Her Concert
According to concertgoers, even the lovely Julia Roberts couldn’t maintain composure during Celine’s set at Barclays Center. The iconic “Pretty Woman” actress allegedly shed tears, overcome with emotion.
“A bunch of people saw Julia Roberts hysterically crying at the Celine Dion concert,” one fan Tweeted. “Like full on body shakes during ‘All By Myself’ kind of crying.”
Given the song’s somber lyrics, Julia apparently felt the full effect of Celine’s powers. Witnessing that vocal prowess first-hand undid the poised actress.
Meryl Streep Praises Her Stage Genius
When discussing great talents, the legendary Meryl Streep knows a thing or two. The most Oscar-nominated actress ever, Meryl counts herself as a Celine admirer.
“I love her voice. I love her discipline. I love her ability to get out there and just nail it,” Meryl told Andy Cohen. “She’s a genius. She’s a real genius.”
Meryl also highlighted Celine’s innate musicality and performance skills. Combined with her vocal control, it creates a dazzling stage spectacle.
“She knows when to come in. She knows when to step back. She knows when to take the lead. She knows when to share,” Meryl elaborated.
Nicole Kidman Says Celine “Moves Me”
Oscar-winning actress Nicole Kidman finds herself frequently moved by Celine’s emotional vocals. “There’s something about her voice that just penetrates,” she told People.
The down-to-earth star says she leans on Celine’s songs during tough times. After divorcing Tom Cruise, Nicole reportedly blasted Celine to help mend her broken heart.
“I would listen to Celine Dion and I would cry, and the kids would cry with me,” she revealed.
Now remarried, Nicole still turns to Celine’s cathartic ballads. She even sang along during a recent concert, caught up in the magic.
Sandra Bullock Admires Her Dedication
Known for her bubbly charm, Sandra Bullock praises Celine Dion’s work ethic and commitment to her craft. Despite her tremendous natural talent, Celine refuses to rest on her laurels.
“She takes care of that instrument. She understands that the talent she was given is this gift that she wants to protect,” Sandra told People Magazine.
The Oscar winner also recounted meeting Celine backstage with her then-husband, complimenting her down-to-earth personality. Witnessing her talent up close, Sandra said Celine “blew us both away.”
Fashion Icons Enthralled By Her Style
Beyond her commanding vocals, Celine Dion also makes daring fashion statements. Couture connoisseurs like Donatella Versace have applauded her recent sartorial risks.
Donatella Versace Calls Her “Talent Personified”
Among fashion heavyweights, legendary designer Donatella Versace counts among Celine’s longtime admirers. Since the 1990s, she has dressed Celine for tour after tour.
“Celine has one of the most beautiful voices in the world,” Donatella told People Magazine. “She is talent personified.”
The designer also praised Celine’s guts to embrace bolder looks, like wearing backwards tuxedos and futuristic minidresses. After facing criticism over her slimmer figure, Donatella lauded Celine’s confidence in her skin.
“She was so tired of wearing black. I love that she takes risks – she really does not care what people say,” Donatella said. “She feels beautiful and she feels happy.”
Karl Lagerfeld Hosted Her Fashion Shows
The late Karl Lagerfeld first met Celine when photographer Annie Leibovitz introduced them in 1997. Recognizing her star power, the Chanel creative director invited Celine to perform at his fashion shows.
“He always thought that because my name was Céline, it was perfectly appropriate for me to sing at his Céline shows,” Celine told Harper’s Bazaar.
She famously sang “River Deep, Mountain High” for a 1999 runway finale. Karl later commissioned her to record Edith Piaf’s “Hymne à l’amour” for a Coco Mademoiselle advertisement.
Until his death in 2019, the two icons shared a mutual fondness and artistic respect. Celine even named her youngest son René-Charles in honor of Karl’s beloved cat Choupette.
World Leaders in Celine’s Corner
It seems Celine Dion has fans in high places too. Her mesmerizing voice has moved political leaders like Barack Obama. Even the Pope himself has personally met with the Canadian chanteuse.
Barack Obama Surprises Michelle With Celine Tickets
America’s favorite First Couple, Barack and Michelle Obama share a love for Celine Dion’s music. In fact, Barack once surprised Michelle with tickets to Celine’s Taking Chances tour.
“I’m like ‘Celine Dion’s coming to DC and I got tickets’ and she’s like ‘Ahhhh!’” he recounted on The Ellen Degeneres Show. “That was the most romantic thing I did for her recently.”
The emotional ballad “Because You Loved Me” holds special significance in their relationship. Barack revealed he used to sing it to Michelle during their early courtship. Aww!
Pope Francis Meets With His Favorite Diva
After one of her Vatican City shows, Celine Dion met briefly with Pope Francis himself. Presenting him with a signed copy of her album, she shook his hand and posed for photos.
Celine then performed the classic tune “Ave Maria” specially for Pope Francis. He reportedly requested the song himself the day prior.
Considering the Catholic Church’s influence, meeting the Pope often signals worldwide cultural importance. The fact that Pope Francis admires Celine speaks volumes about her global reach.
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