Overview
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Overview and main events
Educational and Honorary Recognitions
Global Success and Iconic Albums
Impact on Music Industry
Health Challenges and Recent Activities
Early Life and Career
Las Vegas Residencies and Continued Success
Philanthropy and Humanitarian Work
Legacy and Cultural Impact
Breakthrough into English-Language Music
Personal Life and Relationships
Awards and Recognition
Chronicle
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Celine Dion. Early Life and Career
Early Life and Career
Celine Dion's early life and the beginnings of her career set the stage for her future success. Here are the key milestones that shaped her early years.
30 March 1968
Birth
Céline Marie Claudette Dion was born in Charlemagne, Quebec, Canada.
Before 18 years old
Early Success
By the time she was 18, Dion had recorded nine French albums and won numerous awards.
1989
Meeting René Angélil
Celine Dion met her future husband and manager, René Angélil, when she was 12 years old, but their professional relationship began in 1989.
