From humble beginnings in a rural French Canadian town, Celine Dion has risen to the heights of superstardom. The beloved Ms. Dion, best known for the gorgeous title song from the smash hit movie Titanic, has been called the premier pop vocalist of the nineties. She has won numerous music industry, awards from all over the world, including Grammys in the United States, Juno and Felix Awards in Canada, and many others in Europe. Her recordings sell in the millions.This revealing biography details the international phenomenon that is Celine. Born the youngest of fourteen children, she began performing at the tender age of five. At twelve, she made a demo tape that was brought to the attention of a respected personal manager named Rene Angelil, who was so impressed that he mortgaged his home to finance her debut album. His gamble paid off beyond anyone's wildest expectations. Their relationship blossomed, and they were married in December 1994, an event the Canadian press dubbed the "Royal Wedding."
Jean Beaunoyer goes beyond the myth, beneath the tons of press releases and official biographies, and delivers the real stories, interviewing those who know Celine best. The result is a seductive biography that will fascinate Celine fans everywhere.
