Celebration of Life for Rene

[adi dion]

I was doing fine and managed not to cry for a few days now, and then this Robin Leach article...

We'll have to stock up with lots of tissues tonight.

[Manila]

what time will it be in Europe (not the UK)?

 

Davey, come on! you have to watch it with us.... who cares that all European fans will be zombies tomorrow.

 

It's 4 am for us.

Edited February 3, 2016 at 05:45 PM by Manila

[Manila]

http://lasvegassun.c...usband-rene-an/

 

“When this ‘Celebration of Life’ came to perspective, a gold hand seemed to be the right choice to perpetuate his memory as a link to the past and a good omen for the future.”

Each speaker at tonight’s event will be invited to grip that gold hand or knock on the wood pedestal. After the closing video salute to Rene, the audience also will be invited onstage to briefly touch the hand.

About 1,200 people are expected in the theater for tonight’s gathering. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m., and before the ceremony begins at 7, the audience will walk into the music of Ennio Morricone’s “The Ecstasy of Gold.”

 

 

It would be perfect if next song would be "I knew I loved you"

The idea with hand is just so :wub: :wub:

[stone]

Slightly off topic but a commercial for ET Tonight (US), it says as "As Céline comes to Vegas to mourn her late husband René in Vegas, she always releases a new music video to honour him." And it was the clip of her in the recording studio singing The Hymn Song.

 

This was just uploaded today as well.

Edited February 3, 2016 at 06:22 PM by stone

[CelineDionFreak]

Slightly off topic but a commercial for ET Tonight (US), it says as "As Céline comes to Vegas to mourn her late husband René in Vegas, she always releases a new music video to honour him." And it was the clip of her in the recording studio singing The Hymn Song.

 

This was just uploaded today as well.

Interesting. Maybe it's sign of encore un soir?

[maria_k]

I want to watch it so badly, but 4 am and busy day tomorrow.. probably will try to wake up and then sleep for a couple of hours and hopefully it will be alright

 

ps. Just noticed that not only her fb profile pic was changed but also instagram one, it is one of my most favourite photo of them

[Brody-Celine]

Wish Vegas wasn't 8 hours behind the UK I'll be getting up for work when it starts so will anyone be recording the full thing?

[drove all night]

From the official FB-Page:

 

"A “Celebration of Life” for René Angélil will be broadcast via live stream today beginning at 7:00 p.m. (PST) live from The Colosseum at Caesars Palace. The event will feature a series of guest speakers celebrating the life of René Angélil through stories and reminiscences. We hope you will join for the Celebration via live stream on www.reneangelilcelebrationoflife.com.

If you wish to send your condolences to Céline and her family, know that it’s greatly appreciated and you’re welcome to do so here: www.legacy.com/reneangelil

- Team Celine -"

[drove all night]

Well, I must confess: I'm embarrassed by myself! Did I truely think it could be possible, that she would perform today??!!! As I read Robin Leach's article it dawned on me, that it's much to short for her in her mourning. Mainly because all those people honoring René today, would leave a whirlwind of feelings in her and the close family.

 

And reading about the modeled hand - GOSH!!! Brought me to tears. Could hardly imagine how she felt the first time touching this sculpture instead of René's warm hand ... But it's another symbol how deep that love was (and is).

 

Ohhhh, Céline ... my heart aches too ...

[Nmj]

Tonight will be the biggest tribute yet!

[Nmj]

The most beautiful picture of Celine and Rene on her official Facebook.

[scielle]

According to Brendan Kelly, Aldo has confirmed that Celine will speak tonight.

[CelineDionFreak]

According to Brendan Kelly, Aldo has confirmed that Celine will speak tonight.

I had a feeling she was gonna speak... It made sense to me since the funeral has gone by.

[Nmj]

According to Brendan Kelly, Aldo has confirmed that Celine will speak tonight.

 

I knew she would.

[SuperLove4Celine]

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[Celine Fan 77]

Celine checking the mic for tonight a few minutes ago...

 

[anewdayhascome]

interesting....

[scielle]

Apparently there's a VIP reception beforehand. Donny Osmond and Diane Warren will be there.

[anewdayhascome]

Apparently there's a VIP reception beforehand. Donny Osmond and Diane Warren will be there.

 

I doubt it will be streamed though....

[Peppercorn1991]

What is celine wearing??

 

Kev x

[Kristinaz]

The "program" for tonight

[Nmj]

Is Celine still wearing a vail? I think it's time she looks strong instead but of course it's her decision.

I also think that since David Foster will play " The Color Of My Love", I think it holds a great chance of being added to the show Feb 23 watch and see.

 

" I offer what you cannot buy, devoted love until WE DIE."

Edited February 3, 2016 at 09:36 PM by Nmj

[Davey84]

What is celine wearing??

 

Kev x

I'm wondering if it's Renés coat?

[SuperLove4Celine]

Are you kidding me? They didn't bother to proofread the program beforehand? "The ColoUr Of My Love" is spelled wrong. Ugh!

[Calilly]

Is anybody can give me the link to watch the ceremony please ? And do you think it will be possible to have the download with french subtitle ??

[sangstar]

In the US I'm sure its spelt without the U

[celine4evauk]

Is Celine still wearing a vail? I think it's time she looks strong instead but of course it's her decision.

I also think that since David Foster will play " The Color Of My Love", I think it holds a great chance of being added to the show Feb 23 watch and see.

 

" I offer what you cannot buy, devoted love until WE DIE."

 

Doubt she'll wear a veil, after all, this is meant to be a celebration.

 

Part of me is really hoping TCOML will be instrumental. 😢

Edited February 3, 2016 at 09:49 PM by celine4evauk

[celine4evauk]

Are you kidding me? They didn't bother to proofread the program beforehand? "The ColoUr Of My Love" is spelled wrong. Ugh!

 

It's the American spelling.

[drove all night]

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GOSH!!! Doesn't the man standing in the middle row look like René??!!

 

And I can't recognize Céline. Is she standing on the stage or sitting in the right corner of that picture??

 

I'm pretty sure she won't wear a veil tonight. This is only convenent for a funeral. But it's possible that she still will wear something black.

[SuperLove4Celine]

 

 

It's the American spelling.

 

That is not how the song is titled, nor written. Therefore, it is incorrect. American spelling or not.