Lionel Richie undergoes heart procedure and cancels three concerts
The 77-year-old singer must pause his tour following a procedure for atrial fibrillation, which his representative described as successful.
Lionel Richie has undergone a heart procedure to treat atrial fibrillation. His representative announced on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, that the procedure went as planned and that the 77-year-old singer will take time off before returning to the stage.
This break results in the cancellation of three concerts on the tour with Earth, Wind & Fire: September 26 in San Francisco, September 30 in Chicago, and October 2 in Columbus, Ohio. Ticket holders should seek refunds from their original point of purchase.
People and Entertainment Weekly report that Lionel Richie was hospitalized this week for heart rhythm issues. His representative did not disclose the name of the facility or the expected duration of his recovery.
This latest health scare follows a hospitalization in St. Louis at the end of August. The singer had requested a chair to finish his concert on August 29 before being admitted to intensive care for cardiac examinations. He returned to Los Angeles on September 2.
In June, Lionel Richie had already interrupted a performance in St. Paul after experiencing dizziness and postponed two concerts. He resumed his tour on June 30.
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