Celine Dion paid $0 for Olympics performance.
The Paris 2024 Olympics Opening Ceremony was nothing short of spectacular.
Lady Gaga and Celine Dion light up Paris stage.
Headliners Lady Gaga and Celine Dion graced the stage with show-stopping performances.
TMZ reports $2 million payday for Dion.
TMZ had fans buzzing with news of Dion’s $2 million payday for just one song.
“They’re paying a ton of money. Ridiculous amount,” a source spilled to TMZ.
Speculation soared higher than the Eiffel Tower itself.
But then, the bombshell dropped. A spokesperson set the record straight to Page Six.
Spokesperson confirms no fee for performers.
“Contrary to some media reports, the performers at the Paris 2024 Games ceremonies will not receive a fee for their performance.”
Yes, you read that right. Despite initial reports, Dion and Gaga didn’t pocket a single penny.
This revelation left fans and media outlets scratching their heads.
Why would two of the biggest names in music perform for free?
Olympic history and prestige over money.
The answer lies in the history and prestige of the Olympics.
The event is about more than just money; it’s a global stage.
No paycheck needed for Lady Gaga and Celine Dion.
Lady Gaga and Celine Dion didn’t need the paycheck.
They wanted to be part of a historic event, sharing their talent with the world.
And they aren’t the first to do so.
Dion’s iconic 1996 Olympic performance.
Dion previously performed at the 1996 Olympics in Atlanta, belting out “The Power of the Dream.”
That performance reached an audience of 3.5 billion people worldwide.
This time around, she felt honored to be back in France.
“I’m honored to have performed tonight, for the Paris 2024 Opening Ceremony,” Dion gushed on social media.
Olympics costs exposed.
The Olympics cover technical production and performance costs, but no direct payments to artists.
Performing at the Olympics is more about prestige and global exposure.
Indirect revenue from performing at Olympics.
These gigs, much like the NFL Super Bowl Halftime show, boost sales and streams for artists.
This indirect revenue can be substantial, often far exceeding performance fees.
Significance over financial gain for stars.
So, Dion and Gaga aren’t exactly walking away empty-handed.
Their decision highlights the significance of the event over financial gain.
Gaga and Dion joined a roster of artists who see the bigger picture.
A unique cultural blend.
The Olympics have a unique way of intertwining art, culture, and sports.
Dion emphasized this sentiment in her heartfelt post on X.
For Lady Gaga and Celine Dion, the Paris 2024 Olympics was about making history.
And in the end, isn’t that worth more than any paycheck?
Their legacy, now intertwined with Olympic history, will be remembered for generations.