Celine Dion is a Canadian singer who has sold over 200 million albums worldwide. She rose to fame after releasing her album Unison in 1990 and recording the theme song for Beauty and the Beast in 1992. Dion took a break from performing in 2000 to start a family but returned to record more albums and perform residency shows in Las Vegas throughout the 2000s and 2010s. She actively engages with fans through social media, her website, and a fan club to promote her music and charitable foundation.
2. Background Information
Born on March 30, 1968 in Quebec Canada, Celine was
the youngest of 14 children.
Celine was raised in a musical family and was singing in
a piano bar by age 5.
At age 12 Celine along with her mother composed a
song and sent it to Rene Angelil a music manager and
producer. He signed her on.
By age 18 Celine had recorded nine French albums.
Celine’s first English language album Unison was
recorded in 1990 with the popular single “Where does
my heart beat now”.
Her major breakthrough into stardom came in 1992 with
the recording of the theme to Disney’s Beauty and the
Beast.
3. Background Information
Celine married Angelil her manager and producer in 1994.
Celine continued to record music throughout the 1990’s.
Number 1 hits include “Power of Love”, Because You Loved Me,
My Heart Will Go On and I’m Your Angel.
In 2000 Celine took a break from the music scene and in January
2001 Celine had her first child - Rene Charles.
In 2003 Celine began a 36 month performing contract with Caesars
Palace in Las Vegas.
In October 2010 twin boys are born to Celine and Angelil.
Celine returned to Caesars Palace in Las Vegas in 2011 to begin
another performing contract for three years.
Celine has continued to release numerous albums over the last
decades. She has become one of the most influential female
musicians and has garnered success all over the world.
4. Awards
Celine Dion has won many
awards in recognition of
her musical talent.
These include Grammy,
Juno, American Music,
Worldwide Music and Felix
awards.
In addition songs that she
performed won Golden
Globe Awards and
Academy Awards that
were awarded to the
songwriters.
7. Social Media Sites
Celine Dion’s Online Presence can be found in:
Websites, YouTube, Twitter, Facebook, My Space
Streaming music available through Groove shark,
Jango, 8tracks, Sound cloud
Download music available for purchase via Celine’s
website store called The Boutique or through I tunes,
Amazon and The Music Store.
8. Website
The official Celine Dion website is found at
www.celinedion.com
Features in the website include: news, videos, music,
album information, a boutique for merchandise and
tours and events.
The “what’s going on” link gives up to date information
and allows viewers and fans to post comments.
The site allows a viewer to connect to Celine Dion’s
Face book and twitter pages to become a follower.
9. Sharable Content
Celine Dion uses her official website to promote
herself, her music and her shows.
Tours and Events Link list all dates of performances
and allows individuals to purchase tickets.
Music Link provides details on each of her albums,
with videos and reviews of each song and allows
individuals to purchase music through various
avenues.
Facebook and Twitter allow conversations and
interaction to happen.
10. Twitter and Facebook
Twitter
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https://twitter.com/celinedion
Has 196K followers
Posted 246 Tweets
Fans can also view
photos and videos.
Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/celinedion
17,176,851 likes and
counting.
Updates posted daily
and fans can connect to
videos, photos, online
store and twitter.
Can connect and listen
Using Rdio to free music.
11. You Tube
Over 1.5 entries found that
relate to Celine Dion.
Example: A music video on
You Tube with Celine Dion
performing “Loved Me Back
to Life” was viewed 6,855,135
times.
You Tube allow fans of Celine
to share and watch originally
created videos. It is also a
platform that allows new fans
to discover her music.
Provides a safe forum for fans
to connect with others.
12. Fan site
Celine - Through the World
Unofficial site created exclusively and maintained by
an audience that is passionate about her music.
http://celinedion2007.blogspot.com.ar/2007/10/homeupdates_29.html
“Celine Through the World” fans can also link to Face
book and Twitter pages to exchange information.
13. Engaging Fans – Fan Club
Fans must create an
account to join but
membership is free.
Accessible through
official website.
Offers exclusive ticket
offers, discounts on
merchandise, exclusive
content and a member
blog which allows fans to
connect with other fans
to discuss and make
comments through
interactive forum.
14. Where to find Celine Dion today
Celine Dion is currently performing at Caesars Palace in
Las Vegas. Her show features 31 musicians, consisting
of a full orchestra and band. The show’s concept is oneof a kind and includes Celine’s biggest hits performed
with a stunning visual presentation.
Exclusive ticket deals are available for Team Dion
Members.
15. Consistency
Celine Dion’s social media
presence is updated with current
information, new tweets on
Twitter and new statuses on
Facebook. Fans can access
relevant up to date information.
YouTube videos are uploaded
and the website is updated with
new happenings, dates, and
ticket sales availability.
New albums and songs have for
the most part been recorded and
released consistently over 3
decades.
The most current album Loved
Me Back to Life was released on
November 1, 2013.
16. Celine Dion Foundation
Giving back to the
communities.
Established the Celine Dion
Foundation that supports
various charitable
organizations and medical
foundations, with a focus on
helping sick or
underprivileged children.
Celine Dion began promoting
public awareness of cystic
fibrosis back in 1982. Her
commitment stems from her
personal lose of her niece to
the disease.
Supports the Sainte-Justine
Hospital
