Celine Dion brought a touch of nostalgia to Sunday Night Football by kicking off the game between the Dallas Cowboys and Pittsburgh Steelers with her iconic track. The singer’s appearance was part of a pre-recorded segment that aired before the much-anticipated game, marking a memorable moment as the two teams hadn’t faced each other in primetime since their Super Bowl XXX matchup.
Dion’s involvement added a special layer of sentimentality to the broadcast. Wearing a Super Bowl XXX sweatshirt featuring both teams’ logos, Dion shared her thoughts on the power of football and its connection to cherished memories.
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“The strength in this game connects who we are and who we were,” she said, highlighting the enduring significance of these iconic matches for both teams and their fans. Her reflective words resonated with the emotions tied to the sport’s history.
In a playful moment, Dion referenced her famous ballad ‘My Heart Will Go On’, drawing parallels between the Cowboys-Steelers rivalry and her love songs. “Their love affair — well, maybe not love like I sing about, but you get the idea,” she joked. She even teased the lyrics of her hit song, “When you touch me like this, when you hold me like that,” suggesting it fits the intensity of the rivalry.
The segment also featured highlights from past Cowboys-Steelers games, sparking excitement among football fans. Dion’s presence and commentary added a unique twist, blending the emotions of sport with her signature romanticism.
As the segment concluded, Dion playfully reflected on how these legendary teams evoke a sense of magic when they come together, calling their match-up a “timeless classic.” The scene ended with the iconic Gatorade tradition, bringing a fun close to her appearance.
-Sushmita Sarkar