Lionel Richie abruptly cancels concert mid-show after feeling 'dizzy' on stage

Fox News • June 25, 2026 • entertainment

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Lionel Richie abruptly canceled his concert mid-show at Grand Casino Arena in St. Paul, Minnesota, after feeling dizzy about an hour into his performance.
Richie paused during "Dancing on the Ceiling," joked about feeling dizzy, and performed "Three Times a Lady" seated at the piano before leaving the stage.
Fans waited nearly 40 minutes before an official announcement confirmed Richie was unwell and unable to continue the show, which ended after about 55 minutes instead of the planned 90.
Richie’s drummer reported he showed no signs of illness before the show but later mentioned Richie felt "a little dehydrated."
Richie is expected to resume his tour in Chicago and continue through major cities, with the tour concluding on August 14 in Austin, Texas.