Despite her Canadian roots, Celine Dion is a globally adored singer, with her albums breaking records by selling over 200 million copies to her devoted fan base. Celine is celebrated not only for her exceptional singing talents but also for her sharp wit and a relentless pursuit of success.
In a recent guest appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, this beloved celebrity had a chance to unwind and showcase her fun-loving side. The outcome was an entertaining evening filled with amusing impersonations, leaving the audience thoroughly entertained.
Jimmy Fallon employs a game known as the “Wheel of Musical Impressions” to place artists in quirky scenarios where they must mimic the songs and vocal styles of other performers. This typically results in laughter, especially when opera singers attempt to groove to rap tunes. However, Celine Dion took the game to a whole new level, leaving the audience in awe!
Celine’s initial attempt at impersonation involved channeling Cher while singing “Frere Jacques.” Although the song is merely a beloved nursery rhyme, Celine embraced the challenge with grace. Given her close friendship with Cher, she effortlessly channeled her and delivered a stellar performance of the song.
Subsequently, it was Jimmy Fallon’s chance to step into the shoes of a renowned artist. He drew Michael Jackson and had to perform “One Dance.” To everyone’s surprise, Jimmy nailed his impersonation with remarkable skill. As the song concluded, Celine and Jimmy came together for a duet, paying homage to the cherished King of Pop.
Celine wasn’t ready to end there. Her second impersonation was Rihanna singing “Row, Row Your Boat”. While this seemed like it might be somewhat challenging, once the music started, Celine was ready to get down and even added some dance moves to the song, giving the lyrics a new twist by singing them to a popular Rihanna tune.
The final impersonation turned out to be the most comical, with Celine taking on the role of Sia while singing “Hush, Little Baby.” Instead of simply mimicking the singer, Celine opted for a humorous approach by using a stuffed toy as a wig. Despite the comedic nature of the performance, Celine managed to make it a hit by hitting the high notes flawlessly and never skipping a beat.
Watch the clip below to see Celine doing her best at impersonations.
