Thérèse Dion

Imagine a mom who was so special, everyone called her 'Maman Dion,' which means 'Mommy Dion' in French! Thérèse Dion was a famous lady in Canada, especially in a place called Quebec. She was known for being a wonderful mother and for helping her daughter, Céline Dion, become a world-famous singer.

But Thérèse was a star in her own right too! She was on TV shows and even had her own yummy food products.

Thérèse was born a long, long time ago, in a pretty place called Sainte-Anne-des-Monts, on the Gaspé Peninsula. It's a beautiful area in Quebec, Canada. She grew up there and later had a big family, including her super-talented daughter, Céline. Thérèse was always a big supporter of Céline's singing dreams. She was like a super-momager, helping Céline shine bright!

Thérèse didn't just help her daughter; she had her own amazing ideas! She started her own food company called 'Pâtés de Maman Dion,' which means 'Mommy Dion's Pies.' Yum! She also became a TV host for a cooking show, sharing her delicious recipes with everyone. It was like she was saying, 'Come cook with me!' She loved sharing her talents and making people happy.

One of the most wonderful things Thérèse did was start a special foundation. It's called the Fondation Maman Dion. This foundation is like a superhero for kids who need a little extra help. It gives school supplies, clothes, and even glasses to children who might not have them. Thérèse believed every child should have what they need to learn and feel good about themselves.