Celine Dion Opens Up On Husband's Illness & Returning to the Stage: 'He Wants Me to Sing Again'

In an all-new interview with PEOPLE, singer Céline Dion speaks about her decision to return to the stage on August 27th for her residency show at Caesars Palace's Colosseum, despite her husband René Angélil's ongoing battle with cancer. Dion officially postponed her show indefinitely last August to care for her 73-year-old spouse.

"I am scared of losing him, because it's bad," shares the singer in the new issue. "But I have to show myself, my husband and my kids that I'm strong and we're okay."

Dion revealed that the decision to return to work came at Angélil's urging."He wants me to sing again, and I want to do this with him," reveals the 46-year-old, adding "René will be in the audience," says Dion, 46, about opening night. "I promise there will be high, happy notes, but it's going to be very emotional for me."

Set to stunning backdrop visuals custom designed for The Colosseum, "Celine" is directed by longtime Grammy Awards producer Ken Ehrlich. It features 31 musicians, including a full orchestra. Dion's voice, the exquisite band, elegant couture gowns and jaw-dropping sets fuse together for a memorable performance you have to see to believe. With flawless execution, Dion sings everything from her beloved '90s ballads including "The Power of Love" and "Because You Loved Me" to her edgier, new material from the "Loved Me Back To Life" album.

Source: PEOPLE

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