Overview

• Céline Dion sent a pre-recorded video message to the Eurovision semi-final in Basel, Switzerland, on May 13, 2025, due to her ongoing battle with Stiff Person Syndrome.
• She described her 1988 Eurovision victory for Switzerland as a 'life-changing moment' and expressed gratitude to the country for believing in her early in her career.
• In her address, Dion emphasized the unifying power of music, delivering part of her message in French to connect with a diverse audience.
• Following her message, former Eurovision contestants performed a live cover of her 1988 winning song, 'Ne Partez Pas Sans Moi,' celebrating the contest's tradition and legacy.
• This appearance marks another step in Dion's gradual return to public life after her diagnosis in 2022, following her performance at the 2024 Paris Olympics opening ceremony.