Celine Dion gives a thumbs up as she makes a rare sighting in NYC amid battle with stiff person syndrome

Celine Dion flashed a friendly thumbs-up sign to onlookers on a rare sighting in New York City amid her battle with rare condition, Stiff Person Syndrome (SPS). 

While making her way into a luxury black SUV, the superstar, 55, who has stepped away from her singing career amid her health struggle, appeared in high spirits. 

For her laid-back outing, the five-time Grammy winner sported a black coat over a white blouse and leather leggings. 

She completed her ensemble with a pair of black boots and honey blonde tresses in a bun. 

Celine, who hails from Canada, was accompanied by security as she stepped out.

While making her way into a luxury black SUV, the superstar, 55, who has stepped away from her singing career in light of her health woes, appeared in high spirits

For her laid-back outing, the five-time Grammy winner sported a black coat over a white blouse and leather leggings

Celine peeked her head out from the SUV