Celine Dion in Final Negotiations for Las Vegas Residency: Will Stiff-Person Syndrome Get in the Way?

Celine Dion is reportedly in the final stages of negotiations for a new Las Vegas residency at Resorts World.

TMZ reported that Dion has been negotiating a new Las Vegas residency for months and is now close to inking the deal.

The report suggested that the initial show dates are tentatively set for November or early 2025, depending on the progress of her ongoing battle with Stiff-Person Syndrome (SPS). The disorder causes muscle stiffness and painful spasms.

An unnamed insider who spoke to TMZ about Dion's new residency said, "It's basically a done deal. She's doing it."

"This is all her. No one is pushing her to do it," the source added. "She has a passion for getting back onstage, and she's gonna do it. She's just prepared to power through [SPS]. It won't stop her from performing."

However, as of writing, the 4,700-seat venue has not confirmed any upcoming headliners who will take over after the end of Carrie Underwood's "Reflection" residency on Oct. 26.

The grand setting features a large 13,550-square-foot stage, accompanied by a 576-square-foot stage lift capable of supporting 86,400 pounds.

The 56-year-old singer was scheduled to perform a series of 10 shows at Resorts World Theatre in 2021. However, the performances were canceled well before she disclosed her autoimmune neurological condition.

Her successful self-titled residency at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace, which spanned from 2011 to 2019, made $296.2 million.

The "My Heart Will Go On" singer continues to reside in her luxurious home In Henderson, Nevada, which is valued at $1.2 million.

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The new report about Dion's rumored Las Vegas residency came weeks after The Sun reported earlier this month that she is set to make a live music comeback in Las Vegas in the fall.

According to the outlet, the Grammy award-winning singer has the full support of promoter AEG, as she has dedicated the past eight months to working with musicians and voice therapists.

"It is hush-hush at the moment, but an announcement is imminent. Celine has signed off on singing again to audiences in November," an unnamed source told the outlet. "She has worked incredibly hard to get back to a place where she can sing well and for some period of time. She believes that she is ready to perform for over an hour."

They added, "Her desire to return and entertain has been a huge driving force in her health battles."

Despite the challenges of SPS, the "I'm Alive" crooner is reportedly preparing to deliver a 70-minute set of her iconic hits during each performance in the rumored residency.

Meanwhile, Dion arrived in Paris this week ahead of her reported performance at the 2024 Summer Olympics opening ceremony this Friday.

Dion fueled the rumors that she was returning to the stage Friday when she tweeted on X, "Every time I return to Paris, I remember there's so much beauty and joy still to experience in the world."

"I love Paris, and I'm so happy to be back! Thank you to our wonderful friends at The Louvre!" she added.

The singer will reportedly receive $2 million for performing one song.

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