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Celine Dion shares heartfelt photo of René



Celine Dion paid an emotional tribute to her late husband René Angélil.

The 47-year-old posted a touching photo on Facebook with her arms wrapped around René, and shared details of his 'celebration of life' event.

Celine and Rene. Photo: Getty Images.
Celine and Rene. Photo: Getty Images.

Celine and Rene. Photo: Getty Images.

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'Today, a "celebration of life" of René Angélil will be held at the colosseum at Caesars palace from 19 pm (PST) and will be broadcast simultaneously online. During the event, of the guests who have all witnessed René will speak and will remember the man he was through stories and memories. We invite you to follow the celebration online at http://reneangelilcelebrationoflife.com/,' the post read.

'If you want to send a message of condolence to Celine and her family, know that it is very appreciated and that you can do so here: legacy.com/reneangelil.'

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The Canadian songstress also thanked fans for their ongoing support during her time of difficulty.

'We thank from the bottom of my heart all the people who have expressed their love for René during these challenging times,' said a statement on Facebook.

'Your testimony and your support helped us, more than you can imagine to get to this stage and to make him our good-byes. Thank you also to the government of Québec for the holding of funeral national as well as to many people and organisations who mobilised for him to make a last tribute to the height of the man he was.'

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René Angélil passed away aged 73 after a long battle against cancer.

Together René and Celine had three kids - Rene-Charles, 14, and twins Nelson and Eddy, aged five.

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