Lionel Richie Falls Ill On Stage; Cuts Short First Night Of New Tour

Deadline • June 25, 2026 • entertainment

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Lionel Richie had to cut short the opening night of his Sing a Song All Night Long Tour in St. Paul, Minnesota, due to feeling dizzy during the performance.
During the show at the Grand Casino Arena, Richie sat down mid-song and later performed a piano rendition before calling an unexpected intermission and not returning to the stage.
Saxophonist Dino Soldo informed the audience that Richie was unwell and unable to continue, with further updates to be provided.
Richie, a 77-year-old American Idol judge and Rock & Roll Hall of Famer, had expressed excitement about the tour prior to the concert.
Richie’s representatives have not yet commented on the incident.