High Stakes Gambler
Rene actually took a big risk on Celine. He took out a loan and used his house as collateral in order to have enough money for releasing Celine’s first album! While it might sound crazy, it seems he knew what exactly he was doing.
High Stakes Gambler
Everyone’s sacrifices paid off since Celine’s song went number one in Canada. Rene was an avid poker player and gambler, but this was likely the biggest risk he ever took and it paid off big time.
The Pope Loved Her
In 1984, Pope John II visited Quebec and attended an event in Montreal’s Olympic Stadium. 16-year-old Celine sang the national anthem for him and thousands of people.
The Pope Loved Her
After this event and her massive success on Canadian charts, it was clear Celine was on her way to becoming a star. Celine was happy to sing for the Pope and he enjoyed her performance, as well.
