Her Husband’s Diagnosis
In 1999, she received devastating news regarding her husband. Rene was confined in the hospital because of throat cancer. This required Celine to look after him all the time. Rene’s health problem became a major trial in her career. Celine did everything she can to help her husband have the best quality of life possible.
Celine’s Mom Hated Her Relationship
Her mother disapproved of the relationship from the very beginning. Celine explained, “When I told her I had some really strong feelings for Rene she tried everything to kill him and make me snap out of it… I was very frustrated and mad at first, but she tried to make me understand that this man tried marriage twice before – he has three children, he’s not responsible, ‘I want the perfect Prince Charming for you.’”