Celine Dion diagnosed with a rare neurological disease called stiff-person syndrome, cancelling shows

Celine Dion says she's been diagnosed with a very rare incurable neurological disorder called stiff-person syndrome.

The Canadian music superstar made the announcement on Instagram on Thursday, saying she's pushing her spring 2023 shows to 2024 and is cancelling eight of her summer 2023 shows.

I've been dealing with problems with my health for a long time, and it's been really difficult for me to face these challenges and to talk about everything that I've been going through ... It hurts me to tell you that I won't be ready to restart my tour in Europe in February." Dion, 54, wrote on her Instagram page.

Dion says the disorder affects around one in a million people. She said she's been dealing with health problems for a long time."

We now know this is what has been causing all of the spasms I've been having. Unfortunately these spasms affect every aspect of my daily life." Dion says in the video.

Dion went on to say that spasms caused by the disease are affecting her ability to walk and to use her vocal cords to sing the way she's used to.

She said her precious" children are supporting her and giving her hope. Dion said she's working with a sports medicine therapist to build her strength but admits it's been a struggle."

All I know is singing," Dion said, It's what I love to do the most."

She said she misses being on the stage performing.

I always give a 100 per cent when I do my shows, but my condition is not allowing me to give you that right now," a teary Dion said.

She said she has no choice but to concentrate on her health at this moment and thanked her fans for their support.

I have hope that I am on the road to recovery," Dion said.

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