Céline Dion was René’s biggest gamble
René was an avid poker player and played in the 2005 World Series of Poker Tournament of Champions. He allegedly gambled $1 million every week at Caesars Palace and the Bellagio. When he saw Céline perform during her audition, he decided to take the ultimate risk.
The Pope was a Céline Dion fan
In 1984 when Pope John II visited Quebec, and Céline performed the French National Anthem for him in Montreal’s Olympic Stadium. Over 65,000 people attended. This was one of Céline Dion’s first defining moments.