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Celine Dion Talks About Living Her Life With Stiff Person Syndrome

Author Carla Rea
Celine Dion Talks About Living With Still Person Syndrome

Celine Dion has a new normal in her life: A neurological disorder that she hopes will one day have a cure.

Celine Dion Talks To Vogue About Living With Stiff Person Syndrome

A longtime Las Vegas resident, and one of the first performers to have one of the very first real residencies in Las Vegas. Celine Dion performed over a 1000 shows in her residency at Caesars Palace, alone. But sadly, life is very different for her now.

It’s been a tough few years for Dion, She was diagnosed with Stiff Person Syndrome, which is a rare autoimmune neurological disorder. She has talked about her desire to get back onstage, to do what she loves. But at this point, she is still uncertain as to when that will be.

In a very revealing interview, and photo layout, for the May issue of Vogue France, she says she wants to be the best that she can be – and wants to see the Eiffel Tower again.

She told Vogue, she just can’t say when, or even if, she will be back. “I can’t stand here and say to you: ‘Yes, in four months.’ I don’t know… My body will tell me.” The disease will always be with her, but she hopes that a miracle will be found, along with a way to cure it. For now she lives with it.

She does physical, athletic and vocal therapy five days a week. She says it’s very hard physically and mentally to fight the condition. For a long time she thought maybe she did something wrong, and that it was her fault. It is not.

New Celine Dion Documentary Chronicles Her Life And Challenges

A new documentary called, “I Am Celine Dion” will be released on Prime Video, on June 25. It highlights her career, and her battle with Stiff Person Syndrome (SPS).

Dion is working hard to get back to doing what she loves – singing and performing. She says, “Tomorrow is another day. But there’s one thing that will never stop, and that’s the will. It’s the passion. It’s the dream. It’s the determination.”
Stiff Person Syndrome affects about one in a million people. Hopefully there will be a cure, or a way to control it, in the not too distant future. For Celine Dion, and ALL of those who live with it.

Carla Rea is the morning show co-host on “The Mike and Carla Morning Show" on 96.3 KKLZ, in Las Vegas. She has been working with her partner and friend Mike O'Brian for the past 25 plus years. At KKLZ for 12 years. Carla Rea is a Gracie Award winner. She started out in talk radio, "when talk radio was still fun" Rea says. Prior to, and along with doing the morning show, Carla is also a comedian. You may have seen her on Conan O'Brien, Evening at The Improv, Showtime, or several comedy clubs across the country. Carla also worked as a light feature reporter at KSNV/NBC Las Vegas, going behind the scenes at various shows, and restaurants on the Las Vegas strip. As a content creator 96.3 KKLZ, Carla writes in a sarcastic, cheeky, unapologetic way on Las Vegas, movies, TV, celebrities, and this thing we call life.

Las Vegas Breweries and Brews That Are Most Awesome

Local Las Vegas Beer? Oh we’ve got it! And lately, have been enjoying some great flights of local craft beer.

There Are Some Great Local Las Vegas Breweries

If you didn’t know, Las Vegas has some really, really good local breweries, and beers. My brother was in town from the east coast earlier in the month, and we hit Las Vegas’ Brewery Row, and beyond. I’m a fan of stouts, porters, flavored, and ciders My brother likes hazy’s, fruited, and sours.

Able Baker Brewery is very popular. It’s located at 1510 S. Main St. They are famous for their Atomic Duck IPA. You can buy it in stores, but on tap is the best. The Waddle and Ducky Trail, are also really nice. Notice a theme?

I really enjoy HUDL Brewing Company as well.  Located at 1327 S. Main Street, they have a great outside patio for people watching, and enjoying a flight. My perfect HUDL flight has to include their Vanilla Oak Cream Ale. Just a touch of vanilla, creamy finish – it’s amazing. The High Hatter Pineapple Hefe is also really nice. Tastes like vacation!

Next stop, Hop Nuts Brewing. Located at 1120 S. Main St. Try the Harry Porter. A nice roasty chocolate flavor – very smooth. The Golden Knight has a kick. It’s light bodied, but it’s a powerful ale.

Is Craft Beer Still Popular

Craft beers definitely cost a little more, but they are very popular.  I’m not a fan of basic beer, so I’ll pay for something different and unique – especially local brews..  The growth of craft beer sales is leveling off, but they’re still very popular. And many people are brewing their own beers now. My brother does it, and a couple other friends as well. It’s a fun hobby, and in a few weeks, you can enjoy your work!

Beverage companies, and consumers always seem to be searching for the next big thing. Some say NA (non-alcoholic) beers will be the next new thing. Some people want the flavor and feel of beer, but not the buzz, so it would be a great move. Especially since there are so few out there.

Las Vegas has done a nice job with Brewery Row, and you can walk it very easily, while enjoying local brews. But there are so many impressive breweries throughout Las Vegas, Henderson, and Boulder City. Here are some you should definitely try, and my beer suggestions.

  • 1. Las Vegas Brewing Company - 3101 North Tenaya Way, Las Vegas

    Great beer, and really good food! Get some fish and chips, and here’s your flight: 1677 Nitro Stout, Chantilly Vanilla Cream Ale, Vacating Helles, and Saison. And then try the Kiwi Krush Cider for desert.

    Las Vegas Brewing Company

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  • Tenaya Creek Brewery - 831 W. Bonanza Road, Las Vegas

    Your flight: 702 Pale Ale, Hop Ride, Bonanza Brown Ale, Hauling Oats Oatmeal Stout. Tenaya Creek doesn’t have food, but thhey do have great food trucks, and here is the schedule.

    Tenaya Creek Brewery

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  • Boulder Dam Brewing Co. - 453 Nevada Way, Boulder City, NV

    A favorite of mine in beautiful, historic Boulder City. Their food is really good, and on a nice day, just take it easy on the patio. It’s laid back, so relax! Honestly, I can’t even tell you where to start, because they have some really fun stuff. Their own beers are great, their visiting brews and ciders are awesome, too. They also do blended brews, and they make some great Sangrias. There is truly something for everyone. But DO try the Orange Cream Ale, and the Vanilla Cream Coffee Stout.

    Boulder Dam Brewing Co.

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  • Mojave Brewing Company - 107 S Water St #100, Henderson, NV

    Mojave has some fun brews. The Sinamon Toast Crunch Cream Ale, The Holiday Havoc Stout, The Patrick Swhazy, and The To Be Pear Cider are a great start. They also have frozen wine – great option for our Las Vegas summers.

    Mojave Brewing Company

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