Céline mourning 'Maman Dion'

Céline mourning 'Maman Dion'

January 19, 2020 6:59 pm EST.

Céline Dion took the stage in Miami on Friday night after her mother Thérèse, known affectionately by the public as “Maman Dion,” passed away at the age of 92. The superstar dedicating the show and her rendition of “Somewhere Over the Rainbow” to her beloved mom.

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