I Am: Celine Dion viewers 'broken' and 'sobbing' after harrowing scenes

Celine Dion has received an overwhelming amount of love and support following the release of her emotional documentary, I Am: Celine Dion, on Prime Video.

Dion shared her ongoing battle with a rare neurological condition called Stiff Person Syndrome on her blog. This condition typically results in muscle stiffness and painful spasms that worsen over time. Despite revealing her diagnosis in 2022, Dion revealed that she had been dealing with symptoms for 17 years. At one point, she struggled to even walk during a particularly difficult period.

The documentary showed a very intense moment when Dion had a seizure. After the incident, she shared with the cameras how embarrassed she felt and expressed her lack of control during a seizure. We watched as Dion received assistance from her sports therapist, who recognized the severity of the situation and referred to it as a crisis.

Celine Dion's Emotional Moments

Celine Dion felt very sad for deceiving her fans.

Dion was not willing to edit the emotional scene, according to director Irene Taylor who spoke to Yahoo. She described the experience as "extremely distressing. Very distressing. I understand it may be difficult for some viewers, and it was difficult for me as well. However, I will say that Celine felt empowered by seeing herself in that way and she believed it could be beneficial for others to comprehend the situation."

In the documentary, there were more moments when Dion got very emotional. She started crying because she felt bad about lying to her fans and not being able to sing like she did before due to her neurological condition. When she showed how hard it was for her to sing, she said, "It's really tough for me to hear that... I don't want people to hear that."

The vocalist shows determination and resilience, despite facing obstacles. The documentary ended with a moving statement from her. She expressed, "I envision myself continuing to dance and sing. Even if I can't sprint, I'll stroll, and if I can't stroll, I'll crawl, but I won't give up. I'll keep going."

Reviewers have praised Celine Dion's I Am as a touching tribute to her fans, with the New York Post describing it as both emotional and uplifting. Fans have also been sharing their reactions on social media after watching the film on Prime Video, which was released globally on Tuesday.

Celine Dion Fans Are Heartbroken

I Am: Celine Dion can be watched by people all around the world on Prime Video.

Many people on social media were deeply touched by the documentary film, with fans expressing how emotional they felt after watching it. One viewer commented that they were moved to tears by the intimacy and vulnerability shown in #CelineDion's new documentary #iamcelinedion. They also shared their respect and admiration for her, acknowledging how difficult it must have been for her to share such personal moments with the world.

Someone else shared: "I took a break from reality and watched a documentary about #CelineDion. She is such a stunning, skilled, dedicated, and modest woman. It brought tears to my eyes seeing her vulnerability, reminding me that good health is so important. I wish her a joyful and pain-free future."

In the midst of the numerous comments circulating on the internet from people worldwide, one person expressed: "I cried for the second time while watching this. Once again, I absolutely adore this woman. #Celine #CelineDion #IAMCELINEDION."

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Celine Dion becomes emotional as she admits to deceiving her fans before revealing her diagnosis.

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One person watching from home wrote: "Wow. #IAmCelineDion really got to me. I am so touched."

Another person commented: "The documentary is so real and genuine, Celine truly shines even in tough times. She never plays the victim and her vulnerability in the final scene is heart-wrenching. She's brave for sharing her story and is truly an inspiration. Love you, Celine!"

Additional people commented, expressing admiration for Celine's spirit and predicting her return to the stage. They mentioned being moved to tears by a documentary about her and showed their support by using the hashtag #IAMCelineDion.

Furthermore, another individual stated: "It has arrived!!! Hurry, don't walk!!! Just make sure to bring tissues!!! Even if you're not a big fan, this documentary is amazing. #IAMCelineDion #celinedion."

Céline Dion was present at the special screening of 'I Am: Celine Dion' in New York. (Getty Images)

Other supporters commented: Recently viewed I Am Celine Dion and it was extremely real, truthful, and touching. Sad and challenging, but if anyone can regain their strength and bounce back, it's @celinedion !! She is one relentless woman!!! We are eagerly awaiting her comeback! #IAmCelineDion.

Someone else added: "I just completed it, there are no words to express my feelings. I will need some time to fully understand and appreciate it. But for now, all I can say is that I adore Celine with all my heart."

Another person commented: "I can't express in words how incredibly heartbreaking #IAmCelineDion is. The line "I think I was very good" really touched me."

Another viewer commented: "Just watched the documentary 'I Am Celine Dion' on Amazon and I am truly moved. The emotions portrayed were so authentic and heart-wrenching. It's a powerful and unforgettable experience that will stay with me for a while. #iamcelinedion."

The documentary I Am: Celine Dion, directed by Oscar-nominated filmmaker Irene Taylor, will be released globally on Prime Video on June 25th.