Celine Dion calls off shows because of ‘common cold’ after testing negative for coronavirus
Musician felt unwell after a run of gigs in the New York Arena
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Your support makes all the difference.Celine Dion has postponed a number of concerts, despite testing negative for coronavirus.
Fans of the Grammy Award-winning singer will be pleased to hear she has avoided the deadly virus, but is still suffering symptoms of a cold.
An update on Dion’s facebook page said: “On Monday night, a day after completing a six-show run in the New York area, Celine began feeling the symptoms of a common cold.”
“The symptoms persisted into Tuesday, and her doctors instructed her to rest for the next five to seven days. After testing her, the doctors concluded that her virus was not related to COVID-19.”
Dion has postponed upcoming performances in Washington DC and Pittsburgh, which were scheduled as part of an ongoing world tour.
In the statement, Dion said: “I’m so sorry for disappointing my fans in Washington D.C. and Pittsburgh. I hope everyone understands.”
She is not the first celebrity to have to deny rumours of coronavirus.
Yesterday, false reports spread on Twitter that Harry Potter star Daniel Radcliffe had contracted coronavirus, which the actor has completely denied.
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