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Celine Dion Cancels Performances Through End of April

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Getty 022812 CelineDion?  SQUARESPACE CACHEVERSION=1330459436046Gilbert Carrasquillo/FilmMagic(LOS ANGELES) — Celine Dion had to cancel four shows after coming down with a virus last week, but things have gone from bad to worse.  The singer has now been put on voice rest through the end of April, and has canceled all of her scheduled shows at the Colosseum at Caesars Palace through Sunday, March 18.  She’ll resume performances beginning June 9.

Celine flew to Los Angeles earlier this week to see a specialist, and was diagnosed with a weakness in her right vocal cord.  She needs six to eight weeks of vocal rest to completely recover.

In a statement, the diva said, “I tried to sing at my sound-check last week, and I had no control of my voice whatsoever.  We thought that after a few days rest I would improve but it wasn’t getting any better…I guess it was worse than I thought.”

She adds, “Obviously this is the worst thing for a singer…not being able to do your shows.  I feel worse knowing that I’m disappointing my fans.  I’m so sorry…I hope they forgive me.”

Anyone who purchased tickets to Celine’s show can get automatic refunds if they paid via credit card.  Those who purchased tickets with cash can return their tickets at the point of purchase for a refund.

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