Lionel Richie hospitalized after St. Louis show in latest health concern

CBS News • September 1, 2026 • entertainment

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Lionel Richie checked himself into a hospital after his performance in St. Louis due to health concerns, possibly slight dehydration, following signs of weakness on stage.
During the show, the 77-year-old singer leaned on a piano for support and requested a chair for his final song, "All Night Long."
This incident follows earlier health scares in 2023, including dizziness during a Minnesota concert and a joke about needing electrolytes at Madison Square Garden.
Richie is currently touring with Earth, Wind and Fire on the "Sing A Song All Night Long" 26-city tour.
The Grammy-winning artist is renowned for his work with the Commodores and as a solo artist, with notable contributions including co-writing "We Are The World" and serving as an "American Idol" judge since 2018.