Hospitalization After St. Louis Concert
Lionel Richie was admitted to a hospital in St. Louis after his performance at The Muny on Saturday, August 29. The 77-year-old singer checked himself in for tests, with reports indicating possible mild dehydration. He was placed in the intensive care unit as a precaution, and sources said he hoped to be discharged by Tuesday, September 1.[S1][S2][S3]
At the concert, Richie seemed to have difficulty as his performance neared its end. He requested that his crew provide a chair so he could deliver his closing song, "All Night Long," from a seated position. Observers reported that he appeared fatigued, though he remained lively for the majority of the show.[S1][S2][S4]
Previous Health Scare in June
This is the second health scare for Richie in recent months. In June, during a concert in St. Paul, Minnesota, he felt dizzy while performing "Dancing on the Ceiling" and ended the show early. He later postponed concerts in Chicago and Columbus, Ohio, on doctors' advice.[S1][S2][S3]
Richie returned to the stage after a brief rest and reassured fans on Instagram that he was doing well. He also joked about needing electrolytes during a July show at Madison Square Garden.[S1][S3]
Tour and Legacy
Richie is presently on a 26-city tour titled "Sing A Song All Night Long" alongside Earth, Wind & Fire. His upcoming show is set for September 26 in San Francisco. As of September 1, there have been no announcements regarding alterations to the tour itinerary.[S2]
Richie is a four-time Grammy winner and a legendary songwriter, known for hits like "Hello" and "All Night Long." He co-wrote "We Are The World" with Michael Jackson and has been a judge on "American Idol" since 2018.[S1][S4]
