Celine Dion delivers tearful speech months after husband’s death: ‘The show must go on’
May 24, 2016 by admin
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Celine Dion was honored with the Billboard Icon Award at Sunday night’s Billboard Music Awards in Las Vegas, and there wasn’t a dry eye in the house by the time she was done with her acceptance speech.
The singer, whose husband René Angélil died in January, took the stage at the T-Mobile Arena to perform a rousing rendition of her hit, “The Show Must Go On.” The message of the song provided the moment with extra meaning, and Dion looked confident throughout the song.
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With an orchestra behind her and Lindsey Stirling accompanying her, the 48-year-old rocked a metallic one-shoulder gown with a thigh-high slit that fit her amazing figure incredibly well.
The most emotional moment of the night came when René-Charles, Dion’s oldest son, was called out on stage by Seal as a surprise presenter of the Icon Award to hit mother. Dion immediately broke down in tears.
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“I’m so sorry for crying,” she said tearfully after being left speechless for almost a minute at the mic. “I want to be so strong for my family, and my kids and I didn’t expect that.”
“I don’t want to cry in front of you, but you make me so happy,” she said directly to her son. “Thank you.”
After asking her son to stand next to her throughout her acceptance speech, Dion continued sharing her emotional thanks to everyone she’s worked with and loved throughout her life, everyone who has helped propel her to the icon status that she has earned.
“This is such a tremendous honor,” she said. “Music has been my pasison since before I can almost remember. So many people have helped me get where I am today — I cannot name them all, obviously, but I hope they recognize themselves.”
She then looked up into the stands and thanked her “fans for traveling through music with me through good and bad times.”
Her voice wavered again when it became time to address her family and her late husband’s tragic absence on her big night.
“[I want to thank] my family: My mom who wrote my first song, my children and, most importantly, my beloved husband, who I know will continue to watch over me from up above.”
Before lifting up her award, Dion declared that “the show must go on!”
See all of the night’s hottest red carpet looks:
Britney Spears ditched her pants — and flaunted her lean figure — in a sheer lace leotard that exposed her bra and undies. A dramatic black train and thigh-high caged sandals added an avant-garde edge to her bold look.
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Ciara stunned in an ultra-sexy silver gown with a side boob-revealing design and hip-high slit that left the majority of her profile exposed. Blunt bangs completed her disco era-inspiring ensemble.
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Rihanna knocked it out of the park in a vintage-inspired brown minidress with accentuated soldiers and asymmetrical buttons and fun pumps with square metallic medallions. A messy bob with bangs and flawless makeup completed her incredible, totally unique look.
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Keke Palmer looked killer in a sexy latex dress that hugged her fit frame. Fun sandals and a topknot completed her knockout look.
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Meghan Trainor rocked her signature sequins — this time, in an on-trend ankle-length style. Funky black heels with chain straps and bombshell waves completed her glamorous look.
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The girls of Fifth Harmony — Lauren Jauregui, Normani Hamilton, Dinah-Jane Hansen, Ally Brooke and Camila Cabello — coordinated in glamorous black gowns all at competing levels of sexy.
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Halsey rocked a funky white gown with asymmetrical straps and fun, curlicue accents. Sexy cutouts and a deep V added a touch of sex appeal to her unique gown.
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Ariana Grande rocked a futuristic sriped gown with a sheer panels at the sides and blue ribbon details woven throughout. Her signature pony completed her unique look.
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Laverne Cox stunned in a sexy mermaid gown with a dramatic train and pronounced plunging neckline. A cat-eye and dark lips completed her fabulous ensemble.
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Nick Jonas looked very stylish in plaid slacks, a white T-shirt and navy moto jacket. Bright slip-on sneakers and an even brighter smile completed his chic ensemble.
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Heidi Klum wowed in a gorgeous asymmetrical creation with a sheer, checkerboard textile that flaunted her long legs. We love the mesh straps and lace hemline. A fresh blowout and whimsical bowtie sandals completed her gorgeous look.
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Mila Kunis looked absolutely adorable in a bulbous studded minidress that flaunted her toned gams. Flawless makeup and a chic topknot completed her delicate look.
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Idina Menzel looke totally fab in a curve-hugging black minidress with a sheer panel that flaunted a touch of cleavage.
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Tove Lo gave serious Joss Stone vibes in a boho-inspired orange mesh gown that exposed her naval and undies. Long, partially-dreaded locks completed her New Age-esque look.
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Singer Z LaLa continued her tradition of rocking over-the-top, head-turning looks at awards shows in an outrageous caged hoop skirt and sky-high, architectural headpiece.
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Kathryn Hahn stunned in a super-fun black, white and red midi dress with intricate and modern sequined detailing.
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Jessica Alba looked a bit costume-ish in a lace turtleneck skater dress, thigh-high boots, thick eyeliner and a harsh topknot.
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Singer Rachel Platten looked killer in a striped pantsuit and a cropped black bra top that flashed her abs. Sexy waves and pointy black stilettos completed her cool look.
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Zendaya looked nearly naked but totally sexy in a nude high-waisted skirt and tiny bra top. Shiny, pin-straight locks completed her knockout look.
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TV personality Keltie Knight rocked a sheer nude long-sleeved romper with a plunging neckline, romantic blouson sleeves and fun beaded details.
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Singer Troye Sivan looked alternative-chic in pleated white slacks, white shoes and a printed short-sleeved buttondown. His signature tousled coif also made an appearance.
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Demi Lovato rocked a sheer lace tank tucked into wide-legged slacks and topped with a tweed blazer. Fingerless gloves and a Chanel clutch completed her edgy ensemble.
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Lucy Hale looked cute in a turtleneck plum lace shirt and sheer black lace that exposed her undies. Sexy sandals and a sleek updo completed her ensemble.
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Wiz Khalifa looked amazing in velvet slim-cut slacks. A white double-breasted shirt and Chuck Taylors. A gold watch and sunnies completed his effortless look.
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Kesha channeled Liberace and a bullfighter in an ornate purple suit with silver floral embroidery. Tassled shoes and a black bowtie confused the dizzying look even more, not to mention her wild, ’70s-inspired coif.
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Actress Laura Marano donned a one-sleeved white and blue minidress with a wild striped pattern and architectural accent panel.
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“Empire” star Serayah McNeill threw it back to pop stars of years past in high-waisted silk pants and a sexy bandeau top.
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DNCE members Jack Lawless, Joe Jonas, JinJoo Lee and Cole Whittle coordinated their outfits — each rocking artistically painted pieces that align with their cool, funky sound.
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Actress Liz Hernandez rocked a sexy blush midi dress with a bustier bodice and ruffled skirt.
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Internet personality Josh ‘The Fat Jewish’ Ostrovsky rocked a super-fun matching sweatsuit in a bandana print.
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AJ Gibson looked ultra-sleek in an olive suit with a chicblack lapel that matches his skinny tie and shoes.
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Steven Tyler went with a pinstriped suit and sequined vest.
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TV personality Renee Bargh rocked an itty-bitty minidress lamé minidress with a contrasting silver ruffle.
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Recording artist Heather Russell donned a berry jumpsuit with dramatic wide legs. Peeptoe black booties and undone hair completed her effortless look.
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Lindsey Vonn’s long locks and even longer legs stole the show, but we could have done without the loincloth-esque panel on her dress.
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Seal looked ultra cool in a crisp, unbuttoned white shirt and sharp gray topcoat. Metallic sunnies completed his suave look.
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Anthony Quintal aka lohanthony kept it casual in simple denim, a “Fresh!” T-shirt and gray sneakers.
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Kristen Bell looked amazing in a whimsical jumpsuit with zig-zag accents. A flirty ‘do perfectly complemented the fun look.
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Kate Beckinsale stunned in a white gown with a plunging neckline and sexy straps at the shoulders.
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Kelly Rowland wowed in a figure-hugging white sheer gown with stunning curlicue embroidery.
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Recording artist ZMNY opted for a head-to-toe white ensemble, down to his bright, white sneakers.
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Shawn Mendes went all-black in a shiny black buttondown, black suit jacket and slacks.
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Radio personality Ted Stryker rocked a sleak gray suit with a navy shirt and pocket square.
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Model Meredith Mickelson donned a Elvis-esque jumpsuit with ruffled sleeves and flared pant legs.
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Internet personality Ricky Dillon looked like he spilled a drink donw his shirt in a white buttondown with a blue stripe down the middle.
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TV personality Sibley Scoles donned a sheer black dress with shiny gold beading that mimicked the look of lingerie. Her white furry clutch matched her frosty ‘do.
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Singers Liam Attridge, Emery Kelly and Ricky Garcia of Forever In Your Mind let their personalities shine in varying — yet totally cool — ensembles.
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TV personality Lauren Elizabeth rocked an easy, breezy white wrap dress with a plunging neckline, butterfly sleeves and leg-exposing slit. Strappy sandals and a flirty ponytail completed her pretty ensemble.
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The Go-Go’s strike a pose!
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Priyanka Chopra rocked a gorgeous blue gown with a flattering, gathered waist.
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Comedian Kingsley kept it simple in skinny jeans and a crisp buttondown. Bold booties added a touch of edge.
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Internet personalities Jeremiah Hall (L) and Kevin Vincent looked dapper in super-fun looks. Hall rocked a black and yellow theme with yellow accents on his shoes, pocket square and bowtie. Vincent looked adorable in blue slacks, and red bowtie.
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Singer Nick Hissom stunned in a plaid gray slim-cut suit.
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Internet personalities Jack Baran (L) and Trevor Moran rocked avant-garde ensembles. Baran’s snakeskin booties were rivaled by Moran’s deconstructed shirt and cape-like suit jacket.
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Internet personality Lauren Giraldo showed some leg in a sheer gown and edgy knee-high black sandals.
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Rebecca Romijn wowed in a tiny lace minidress and bombshell waves. Sexy lace-up sandals completed her stunning look.
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Pete Wentz rocked white skinnies, old Converses, a graphic tee and distressed denim jacket … Fun!
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Actress Jenn McAllister kept it simple in a black, plunging romper and black stilettos. Red lips and tousled locks completed her sexy looks.
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Internet personality Gabriel Conte looked ultra dapper in a navy jacket and slick ‘do.
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JoJo Fletcher wowed in a sparkler of a halter minidress and sexy sandals.
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Lindsey Stirling looked washed out in a nude gown with exposed boning and a tulle skirt that cut her off.
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Recording artist Trevor Jackson rocked black skinnies and an exaggerated white shirt.
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Chester See donned a simple blue suit and printed tie.
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Musicians Magnus Larsson, Mark Falgren, Lukas Graham Forchhammer, and Kasper Daugaard of the band Lukas Graham all kept it casual in skinny jeans and sunnies.
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Ty Dolla Sign slipped into a black and red plaid buttondown, skinny jeans and sleek boots.
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Thomas Rhett killed it in a light gray suit, white polka dot shirt and contrasting black polka dot tie.
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Grace Helbig put her long legs on display in a tuxedo jacket-inspired minidress, edgy necklace and simple black flats.
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Aidan Alexander looked dapper in a simple black suit with a textured jacket.
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Eudoxie Mbouguiengue and Ludacris each kept it simple in a sexy LBD and simple gray suit, respectively.
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Daymond John kept it casual in jeans, sneakers and a leather jacket.
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Alex Pall and Andrew Taggart of The Chainsmokers contrasted each other perfectly — Pall in a simple black suit and Taggart in a daring light blue creation.
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Michael Strahan went with jeans and a leather jacket.
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Kerri Kasem rocked a sexy red lace gown with cascading ruffles down the front.
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Miss America 2016 Betty Cantrell sparkled in a gray sequined halter gown with sexy cutouts.
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Ashton Kutcher looked wild in a slouchy, soft linen suit tucked into combat boots.
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“Empire” actor Bryshere Y. Gray classed it up with a baroque suit jacket and smoking loafers.
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Mark Cuban went with a gray tee, jeans and sneakers.
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