Legendary singer Lionel Richie has been hospitalised in the intensive care unit (ICU) as a precautionary measure following his performance in St. Louis on Saturday, Aug. 29. The 77-year-old Grammy winner checked himself into the ICU shortly after his show at The Muny, according to a report first published by TMZ.
Hospitalisation After St. Louis Show
Richie is currently in the middle of his Sing a Song All Night Long tour with Earth, Wind & Fire, and had just completed his St. Louis concert when he was admitted. The singer is next scheduled to perform on Sept. 26 in San Francisco, though no official statement has been made regarding whether this date will be affected.
The news of his hospitalisation comes just over two months after Richie was forced to cut short a concert in St. Paul, Minn., on June 24 after falling ill on stage. That show was the first of his tour, and Richie told the crowd he was feeling dizzy, as reported by the Minnesota Star Tribune.
Previous Health Scare During Tour
During the St. Paul concert, Richie admitted to the audience that he had never previously performed “Dancing on the Ceiling” while seated, before joking, “When you’re feeling dizzy, sit your ass down.” He then sat down at a piano to perform “Three Times a Lady” and took an impromptu intermission, according to the Star Tribune.
Richie, who is also known for his role as a judge on American Idol, has not yet publicly commented on his latest hospitalisation. Fans and fellow musicians have expressed concern, but no further details about his condition have been released.
Impact on Upcoming Performances
The hospitalisation raises questions about the remainder of Richie’s tour schedule. His next confirmed performance is in San Francisco on Sept. 26, but organisers have not announced any changes. The singer’s team has remained silent on the matter, and no official update has been provided as of the time of this report.
Richie’s tour with Earth, Wind & Fire has been a major draw for audiences across the United States, and any postponement would affect thousands of ticket holders. The singer’s health remains the priority, and further announcements are expected once more information becomes available.
