Céline Dion, a five-time Grammy Award winner, mesmerized audiences on Wednesday, November 13, as she graced the runway and stage at the 1001 Seasons of Elie Saab fashion show in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Dion shone brightly on the catwalk, celebrating the Lebanese designer's remarkable 45-year fashion journey.
At the glamorous event, Dion donned a stunning pink floor-length gown adorned with sequins, pairing it with a sleek low bun, silver sparkly earrings, rings, and bangles. According to The Standard, the 56-year-old legend closed the ceremony with her iconic hits "The Power of Love" from 1993 and "I'm Alive" from 2002. As the models strolled past her, Dion belted out "The Power of Love," and then seamlessly transitioned to "I'm Alive" before exiting the runway hand-in-hand with Elie Saab, 60.
On the red carpet, Dion arrived in a pink ensemble featuring large ruffles on each shoulder and a sheer cape, making a grand entrance. Her stylist, Law Roach, shared a snapshot on Instagram, captioning it, "I'm back with The Queen @celinedion in Riyadh for @eliesaabworld 1001 Seasons @ranifawazofficial."
Behind the scenes, Dion posed with fellow performers Jennifer Lopez and Camila Cabello, as well as actress Halle Berry and designer Elie Saab. The night was a star-studded affair, with Dion's appearance marking her return to the stage following her diagnosis with stiff-person syndrome in 2022.
Dion's comeback began in July at the 2024 Paris Olympics Opening Ceremony, where she sang Edith Piaf's timeless classic "Hymne A L'Amour." In October, she released an official live version of the song, wearing a custom gown designed by Italian fashion designer Maria Grazia Chiuri. The dress boasted intricate details, including 1,640 feet of beaded fringing.
The Canadian singer posted on Instagram the day after her performance, expressing gratitude to those who helped make her dream come true. "Thanks to everyone at @paris2024, @olympics, and @dior who helped make this dream come true," she wrote. "And now, it's already time to go! I will miss you Paris! - Celine xx …" Dion added, leaving a lasting impression on the fashion and music world once again.
