Valentin Grimaud: Céline Dion's Paris Visit Revives French 'Sacred Union'
In an opinion piece published in Le Monde on September 12, 2026, essayist Valentin Grimaud argues that Céline Dion's arrival in Paris has rekindled a form of "union sacrée" in France. Grimaud is the author of the book "Céline Dion. Vestale." He notes that while France did not always welcome the Quebec-born star warmly, she now commands admiration. The use of her songs, particularly in cinema, demonstrates a form of universality, according to the essayist. The tribune appeared in Le Monde's ideas section.
Key facts
- Valentin Grimaud is an essayist and author of "Céline Dion. Vestale."
- The tribune was published in Le Monde on September 12, 2026.
- Grimaud argues Céline Dion's Paris visit revives a form of "union sacrée" in France.
- France did not always welcome Céline Dion warmly, but she now commands admiration.
- The use of Céline Dion's songs, especially in cinema, demonstrates universality.
- Céline Dion is described as a Quebec-born star.
- The piece appeared in Le Monde's ideas section.
Entities
Artists
- Valentin Grimaud
- Céline Dion
Institutions
- Le Monde
Locations
- Paris
- France
- Quebec
- Canada