Canadian music legend Celine Dion has shared a heartfelt message of gratitude and hope with her fans as the world welcomes 2026. The pop icon posted a touching video on Instagram, directly thanking her global audience for their unwavering support during her ongoing health challenges.
A Message of Love and Resilience
In the Instagram Reel, viewed by her 9.5 million followers, the 57-year-old singer expressed her deep appreciation. "As we welcome this new year, I want to take a moment to send you all my love. May this year bring you good health, happiness and peace in your heart," Dion said warmly to the camera.
She continued with a wish for resilience and joy: "I hope you find laughter in the little things, strength in the hard times and joy in the memories you create with those you love." The singer, known for timeless hits like "My Heart Will Go On," concluded her video by blowing a kiss and wishing a happy new year from her family to all her fans.
The post was captioned with an additional sentiment: "May the 2026 year bring peace to your heart, light to your path, and space to dream." This public message holds particular significance as Dion continues to manage Stiff-Person Syndrome (SPS), a rare and debilitating neurological disorder she was diagnosed with in 2022.
Festive Spirit and a Grinch Transformation
This New Year's greeting follows a playful and viral holiday post from the star. In the lead-up to Christmas, Dion showcased her humorous side by dressing up as the Grinch from the classic film How the Grinch Stole Christmas.
In the clever clip, she sat by a fireplace with a dog wearing reindeer horns on her lap, delivering a monologue in character about her busy schedule. "Four o’clock, exercise my voice. 4:30, wake my children up. 5, solve world hunger, tell no one," she joked, listing her absurdly packed agenda.
The video featured her singing a line from her hit "All By Myself" and ended with the Grinch declaring, "Silent night? Not on my watch…" This display of humour demonstrated her enduring spirit and connection with fans during the holiday season.
An Ongoing Journey and Hopes for the Stage
Dion's battle with Stiff-Person Syndrome, a condition whose symptoms can resemble Parkinson's Disease or multiple sclerosis, has been publicly documented. The disorder causes severe muscle spasms that can be triggered by noise or emotional distress.
Despite the challenges, 2024 marked a triumphant return to the spotlight. Dion performed "Hymne A L’Amour" at the opening ceremony of the Paris Olympics, her first major stage appearance since her diagnosis. She also released a candid documentary, "I Am: Celine Dion," which detailed her personal struggle with the illness.
Looking forward, the Quebec-born star has made her ambitions clear. In an interview with Vogue France, she stated her commitment to returning to live performance. "The way I see it, I have two choices. Either I train like an athlete and work super hard, or I switch off and it’s over... I’ve chosen to work with all my body and soul," Dion declared, emphasizing her determination to reclaim her place on stage with the help of her medical team.
Her New Year's message for 2025, shared a year ago, similarly reflected this fighting spirit, thanking fans for their inspiring love and energy. As 2026 begins, Celine Dion's latest words reinforce her role not just as a global music icon, but as a symbol of perseverance and grace for her millions of supporters in Canada and around the world.
