Celine Dion pays tribute to late 'cherished mentor' Quincy Jones

Celine Dion is paying her respects to the musical legend Quincy Jones, who passed away at age 91 on November 4, 2024.

Taking to her social media a day after his death, the Queen of Power Ballads reflected on Jones’ monumental influence on music and their cherished time working together.

“I am heartbroken to learn of the passing of my friend, the one and only musical genius, Quincy Jones,” she wrote. Dion described him as both a “cherished mentor” and a towering figure who left an indelible mark on American music.

The Grammy winner continued, “I was privileged to work with Quincy, it was a dream come true. In our sessions, his musical intuition was nothing short of profound.”

Dion shared how Jones guided her through creating a “little piece of heaven” in her music. “Quincy always knew exactly what each song needed," she noted.

Alongside her admiration for his musical prowess, Dion praised Jones' philanthropy, especially his dedication to supporting the arts, fighting famine, and aiding underprivileged youth.

“His reach truly extends to all corners of the globe,” she added.

Dion’s tribute included a series of personal photos of the two together, including moments from the recording of We Are the World 25 for Haiti in 2010 and a Los Angeles recording session from 2006.

Recalling Jones' words, she ended her message: “‘Music is the soul of the universe. It connects us all on a level that words alone cannot reach.’”