<p>Explore more about the star's life and legacy.</p>

<p>When it comes to once-in-a-lifetime talents, <a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/fashion/celine-dion-low-back-tuxedo-john-galliano-dior-oscars-1999" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Celine Dion</a> is undoubtedly one. From the earliest days in her career to her more recent hits, the star has made her mark on fans across the world, time and time again. Known for smash-hits like "My Heart Will Go On," "All By Myself," and "The Power of Love," Dion hasn't just amassed a truly loyal legion of global listeners, she's shattered records and redefined modern artistry when it comes to music.&nbsp;</p>
<p>After stepping away from the spotlight, Dion has announced a <a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/music/celine-dion-return-concerts-tour-2026-paris-posters-theories-album-comeback-songs-health-update" target="_blank" rel="noopener">series of concerts in Paris</a> set for later in 2026. As she prepares to return to the stage, fans online have already begun to rejoice.&nbsp;</p>
<p>On the star's birthday, join <em>L'OFFICIEL </em>as we celebrate Dion's fascinating life.&nbsp;Without further ado, discover more about Dion, from her namesake to one of her favorite&mdash;but rarely known&mdash;hobbies.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Though longtime fans likely remember Dion's memorable performance at the contest back in the '80s, few Gen-Z listeners know how the star truly got her start. Representing Switzerland in the 1988 contest, Dion clinched the victory with <span>"</span><span jsaction="rcuQ6b:&amp;KKGT1_g|npT2md" jscontroller="CCvEPd" data-sfc-root="c" jsuid="KKGT1_g" data-wiz-uids="KKGT1_h" data-sfc-cb="" data-processed="true">Ne partez pas sans moi" after she scored just one point above the United Kingdom. Beyond an unforgettable rendition of the song, Dion's victory also propelled her to international recognition.&nbsp;</span></p>

<h2 style="text-align: center;">She was named after a song</h2>

<p>Dion, one of 14 children, was named after the song "C&eacute;line" by French musician Hugues Aufrey. By Dion's accounts, she grew up surrounded by music, and often performed as a child with her siblings, both at home and in local venues.&nbsp;</p>

<h2 style="text-align: center;">She's trained in ballet</h2>

<p>As an adult, Dion took up ballet. A natural performer with a deep understanding of the demands of the art form , Dion has said that she appreciates the alluring, athletic nature that's central to ballet.&nbsp;</p>
<p><span>"I think that ballet is so romantic, dramatic and sensual&mdash;it&rsquo;s like a dream,&rdquo; she told <em><a href="https://www.ellecanada.com/culture/celebrity/celine-dion-is-our-summer-2019-cover-star/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Elle Canada</a> </em>back in 2019. &ldquo;And ballet is so hard; I don&rsquo;t want to do something easy.&rdquo;</span></p>

<h2 style="text-align: center;">She's an Aries</h2>

<p>Dion was born March 30, 1968 in Charlamagne, Quebec, making her zodiac sign an Aries. By nature, Aries signs are known to be passionate, driven, and energetic, and as any Celine Dion fan well knows, those traits fit the star to a&nbsp;</p>

<h2 style="text-align: center;">She's been honored by the French and Canadian governments</h2>

<p>For her artistic contributions to both the French and Canadian societies, the singer has been lauded by the two countries. Dion was given the Legion of Honor by former French president Nicolas Sarkozy in May 2008, and honored as a Companion of the Order of Canada in 2013, the highest level of the system.&nbsp;</p>

Celine Dion in Valentino. Photo courtesy of Getty Images.

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