Céline Dion returned to the stage after six years away on Saturday night, performing at the Plenitude Arena in Nanterre, west of Paris, the largest indoor arena in Europe, in front of approximately 30,000 spectators. The 58-year-old Quebecois star opened the show with the song "On ne change pas" (We don't change), a title that reflected her determination to return to the stage.
Visibly emotional, Céline needed to stop singing momentarily during the first song, overcome by emotion. After the initial segment, she addressed the audience, sending kisses and declaring they were "tears of joy" and that she was very happy to see them.
The artist stated that the moment had arrived and that she was fulfilling a promise. She thanked the audience for the support and love received, saying she was standing on stage in that city she loves so much thanks to them. Meanwhile, spectators were screaming her name in celebration.
The return represents a symbol of resilience for Céline Dion's fans around the world, who followed the artist during her long period away from the stage.
