Celeb News: Britney Spears 'losing to Céline Dion in Vegas'

BeautifulFighter

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Britney Spears is apparently losing the Vegas ticket war to powerhouse performer Céline Dion.

Since her residency began at Planet Hollywood in 2013, Britney, 33, has ruled Sin City with her energetic show. Céline, 47, has always been a popular fixture too, beginning her shows at Caesar's Palace in 2002. She returned to the venue in 2011, but was forced to take a break in 2014 to look after her husband René Angélil who is fighting throat cancer. She triumphantly returned to the stage in August 15, which has apparently hampered sales of Britney's show.

"It’s a Vegas war now that Céline is back, and Britney is losing in a major way," a source commented to Page Six. "Céline has sold out almost every show.

"Britney got off to a really good start, but her fans aren’t particularly Vegas people. It’s hard to keep people interested in an act like Britney Spears since she’s a 1990s, 2000s pop star. That fan base doesn’t really come to Vegas to see shows.”

Mega DJs like Calvin Harris also dominate the bill on the Las Vegas strip, which could be one reason why younger people chose to shun the mainstream shows. Acts like Céline and other legendary performers such as Elton John still attract packed out auditoriums, but that's because their target audience is older, according to the insider.

"Britney’s fans are young adults who grew up with her as little girls. How many times do they (go to) Vegas?” asked the source. "She can fill arenas, but a residency is another beast. A residency is different from a worldwide tour. Those seats have to be filled every night, and that’s difficult to do with a younger fan base.”

One person that Britney is hoping will catch the show is British superstar Adele, who's back with a new album after a four-year hiatus. After admitting she'd love to catch Britney's show in an interview, the Stronger singer was quick to offer a swap.

"@Adele I’ll trade you 2 tickets to my show for 2 tickets to YOURS! Stop by #PieceOfMe and say #Hello anytime!!" Britney tweeted.

http://www.music-news.com/news/UK/93...-Dion-in-Vegas

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Awwww.

Bie

But she isextending her show for another 2 years so?

Bie

But she isextending her show for another 2 years so?

Anyway, Britney make a lot of profits for PH. They have been treating her like a queen there. Selling out shows are hard now but she is still getting like 1M in her bank account weekly.

BeBeMint

Celines show is probably better tbh

YoYo

Celine has always done better. This isn't new.

Gabriel_Spears

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She can fill arenas...

Good to see they know

Delilah.

aw thats too bad

Chris▲

Hope she realizes that her fans want a WW tour. Give up the residency already.

Bie

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Originally posted by YoYo

Celine has always done better. This isn't new.

This.

Girlicious

her show slays though, obviously celine has more of a calling as they said more adults see her. but britney is not in any way doing "bad" though.

Elusive Chanteuse

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Originally posted by YoYo

Celine has always done better. This isn't new.

!!! lol

almostmystical

Okay than finish Vegas Britney, please!

slw84

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Originally posted by Bie

But she isextending her show for another 2 years so?

This was a post Nicole claimed she was going to thread or send someone to thread earlier this morning. It's not even accurate and i'm glad celine's returns comes with a sold out shows. She's been away for some time so that's good.

That doesn't mean Britney and her 2 year extension and 5M additional bonus are bothered.

Slow news day I supposed. the odd thing is that there have been recent additions to the vegas show case and let's just say I'm surprised they didn't use them as bait but I guess since Britney is currently doing shows.

Britney remains unbothered and people continue to support the residency.

Celine Dion and Britney spears - blonde icons always win

Lithium9

can't say I'm surprised.

James Maslow

When will the other pop girls, doe?

BeautifulFighter

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Originally posted by Bie

But she isextending her show for another 2 years so?

Anyway, Britney make a lot of profits for PH. They have been treating her like a queen there. Selling out shows are hard now but she is still getting like 1M in her bank account weekly.

Don't worry Bie, your heart will go on

slw84

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Originally posted by Girlicious

her show slays though, obviously celine has more of a calling as they said more adults see her. but britney is not in any way doing "bad" though.

Slow news day. They need to create a story...

Celine dion and Britney spears have two different markets and are in two different locations...

People love pitting two women against one another but at least let it be JLo and Britney (they are in the same market) or Mariah and Celine.

they expect us to forget about the 2 year extension and 5 million bonus Britney just received.

Brinny Baby

Celine has always done better

Ivan_brit

Celine take 1 year break & she is back! maybe she is doing better only beacuse she is back but Im sure Britney would win at the end

Celine place is smaller (Less Capacity)

Im not worried at all Britney would keep slaying vegas the next 2 years

Jlo, Mariah & Lionel would not even be close to Britney Residency!