Celine Dion will be returning to Caesar's Palace to continue her Caesar's Palace residency on Thursday, after being on hiatus for a year.
In an interview with USA Today, Dion said her husband, Rene Angelil, wanted her to return to what she loves. She added that it was a right choice.
The actress confirmed her return with Hollywood Life, during the Billboard Awards saying she will be back on-stage for her husband's sake. The "I'm Alive" singer admitted not knowing what to expect when she returns, but knew that the first show would be fragile.
"I didn't want to be here at first, I don't need it. Don't get me wrong, I love singing for people, but I have priorities," she said.
Angelil, 73, continues his battle with throat cancer. Dion had to stop momentarily to take care of her husband, who has been fed via intravenous line for two years now.
A couple of procedures were done in Boston hospitals. She said that they had asked the doctors how long Angelil had, but they, too, were uncertain.
Angelil's wife revealed his fear of dying.
"I'll say, 'You're scared? I understand. Talk to me about it' ... And Rene says to me, 'I want to die in your arms.' Okay, fine, I'll be there, you'll die in my arms," Dion shared.
The "My Heart Will Go On Singer" said she'll would keep her husband's dying wish, People learned. The Canadian singer also shared that her husband already laid out the details of his funeral service.
Ultimately, her upcoming show isn't just about her singing on-stage. More importantly, it serves as a message to her loving husband, that she got his back.
Angelil met Dion when she was 12. He became her manager and soon, her husband — deciding to tie the knot in 1994.
They were blessed with three boys. Rene-Charles, 14, and the twins Nelson and Eddy, 4.
Dion made a promise to her husband, that she will take care of their children. She will continue to stay strong for him until the end.
"You can have your shaking knees at the end, but when someone you love falls and needs help, it's not time to cry," she said. "Afterwards, sure. But not yet."
