Celine Dion pays emotional tribute to Guy Lafleur with rare photograph of son Rene-Charles

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Celine Dion took to social media just before the weekend to mourn the loss of an important Canadian figure with a rare family photo.MORE: Celine Dion surprises fans with exciting career news involving unexpected starsThe singer shared an emotional tribute to Canadian ice hockey player Guy Lafleur, who passed away 22 April at the age of 70.VIDEO: Celine Dion delivers unfortunate news with heartfelt videoShe posted a throwback picture of the beaming sports star alongside her eldest son Rene-Charles Angelil, who was a fan of Guy's.Celine wrote: "A great sports legend left us….

a gentleman who inspired us and was an idol for so many. I offer my most sincere condolences to Guy Lafleur's family and his loved ones as well as all of those who were a fan of 'The Flower'.

MORE: Celine Dion's $1.2m Vegas home where she's recovering from debilitating health condition"I feel honoured that my dear son RC had the privilege to meet Mr.

Lafleur. We will always cherish this moment which had a huge impact on our entire family," she concluded, also sharing the message in French.Many paid their respects to the venerated ice hockey player, with several using the phrase "fly high," and a few also commented on how lucky her son was to be able to meet him.A post shared by Céline Dion (@celinedion)Celine paid her respects to Guy with a photo featuring her sonOne fan even wrote: "Your son, Rene Charles, is so grown up and lovely.