These last few months have been intense for Celine Dion. After the release of his documentary revealing his fight against illness, on Prime Video, the artist made his mark by reprising The Hymn to Love on the Eiffel Tower for the Olympic Games. Discreet again, the singer now faces the loss of two friends: singer Quincy Jones and host Herby Moreau. In her Instagram stories, Celine Dion expressed her grief and paid tribute to the one she considered a friend of the heart.
“Herby Moreau was an exceptional journalist, and a warm man with whom I shared precious moments on the red carpets which he animated with mastery, elegance and good humor”, can we read in the caption of a photo of her alongside the Canadian host who died at the age of 56, the same age as the singer. “I also admired his work for the show Flash. For Star Système and the Star Académie auditions as well, two shows geared towards new talents,” writes Céline Dion who has a thought for “his family and those who loved him”. “His smile will remain engraved in my heart…”.
Celine Dion's vibrant tribute to Quincy Jones
This Wednesday, November 6, she paid tribute to Quincy Jones. Revealing a photo of herself with the artist, she confides that she “heartbroken to learn of the death” of his friend and “incomparable musical genius”. “Quincy touched my world, both as a valuable mentor and as a role model for the profound impact he had on virtually every form of American Music, reveals René-Charles Angélil’s mother. I had the privilege of working with Quincy, it was a dream come true. During our sessions, his musical intuition was simply extraordinary – he helped me capture “a little piece of heaven.” Quincy always knew exactly what was needed in every song.”
Remembering “his kindness and his countless accomplishments”she admired him “also for his philanthropic work, which has benefited the arts, the fight against global famine and disadvantaged youth. His influence truly extends to every corner of the world!” A message that Céline Dion concludes: “Quincy often said, 'Music is the soul of the universe. It connects us all on a level that words alone cannot reach'. May his wisdom and joy remain with us forever.”.
