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Overview

Céline Marie Claudette Dion, known globally as Céline Dion, is a French-Canadian singer renowned for her powerful vocals and iconic ballads. Born on March 30, 1968, in Charlemagne, Quebec, Canada, she is the youngest of 14 children in a musical family. Dion's career spans over four decades, marked by numerous achievements, record-breaking sales, and significant contributions to the music industry.

Main Milestones

March 30, 1968

Birth

Céline Dion was born in Charlemagne, Quebec, Canada, as the youngest of 14 children to Adhemar and Thérèse Dion. Her family was deeply rooted in music, with her parents forming a singing group and later operating a piano bar where Céline would perform from a young age.

1981

Career Inception

Dion began her music career at the age of 12 when she recorded a demo tape of a song she wrote with her mother. This tape was sent to manager and producer René Angélil, who signed her immediately and financed her debut album, "La Voix du bon Dieu", by mortgaging his home.

1988

Eurovision Contest Win

Dion won the prestigious Eurovision Song Contest in Dublin, Ireland, performing before an audience of 600 million TV viewers. This victory marked the beginning of her global recognition.

1990

American Breakthrough with "Unison"

Dion released her first English-language album, "Unison", which was certified gold in the U.S. and featured the Top 5 single 'Where Does My Heart Beat Now.' This album marked her successful entry into the American music market.

1992

Breakthrough with "Beauty and the Beast"

Dion recorded the theme song for Disney's animated feature "Beauty and the Beast", a duet with Peabo Bryson. The song reached No. 9 on the Billboard Hot 100 and won both a Grammy and an Academy Award, solidifying her pop music stardom.

1997

Global Success with "Let's Talk About Love" and "Titanic" Theme

Dion released the album "Let's Talk About Love", which included the Academy Award-winning theme song 'My Heart Will Go On' from the film "Titanic". This album and single achieved worldwide success, selling over 30 million copies globally.

1999

Induction into Canadian Broadcast Hall of Fame

Dion was inducted into the Canadian Broadcast Hall of Fame, recognizing her significant contributions to Canadian music and media.

2003

Top Selling Album Act in Europe

Dion was awarded the record for the top-selling album act in Europe by the International Federation of the Phonographic Industry (IFPI), with 33× Platinum certifications. She also became the second woman to sell 50 million albums in Europe.

2013

Elevation to Companion of the Order of Canada

Dion was elevated to the Companion of the Order of Canada, the highest honor of the Order of Canada, recognizing her outstanding achievements and contributions to Canadian society.

2021

Honorary Doctorate from Berklee College of Music

Dion received an honorary doctorate degree from Berklee College of Music, acknowledging her profound impact on the music industry and her enduring legacy.

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