Lionel Richie remains hospitalized in St. Louis as doctors conduct additional tests following his weekend concert. Lionel, 77, is still in the intensive care unit and is undergoing testing for cardiac-related issues, TMZ reported on Tuesday, September 1.
Lionel Richie Continues Medical Testing After St. Louis Hospitalization
The singer is now expected to be released Wednesday, September 2, according to sources familiar with his condition. The update comes one day after TMZ first reported that the Grammy winner checked himself into a local hospital following his Saturday, August 29, performance at The Muny in Forest Park.
Doctors initially were looking into possible mild dehydration, and Lionel had hoped to leave the hospital Tuesday. The St. Louis hospitalization marks another health concern for the singer during a busy year on the road.
The outlet has not reevaluated the specific diagnosis and has not disclosed the nature of the cardiac-related concerns.
DisneyThe latest report indicates Lionel is continuing to undergo tests as doctors evaluate his condition. Despite the longer-than-expected hospital stay, sources told the outlet that he is expected to be discharged Wednesday.
Lionel Richie Appeared to Struggle During St. Louis Concert
Questions about Lionel’s health surfaced following his performance at The Muny. Video from the concert showed the “Hello” singer leaning on a piano for support at one point, CBS News reported on Tuesday.
Fans also said he asked for a chair during his final song, “All Night Long.” After finishing the concert, Lionel went to the hospital for testing.
Lionel Richie Previously Ended a Concert Early
GettyIn June, Lionel cut short a performance in St. Paul, Minnesota, after becoming ill onstage. NBC Philadelphia had reported earlier that during “Dancing on the Ceiling,” he sat down and told the audience he was feeling “dizzy” and “strange,”. The concert ended early, and subsequent shows in Chicago and Columbus, Ohio, were postponed.
The singer later returned to the stage. During a July performance at Madison Square Garden, he also joked between songs about needing electrolytes.
Lionel has continued performing as part of his “Sing a Song All Night Long” tour with Earth, Wind & Fire.
Lionel Richie Still Has Tour Date Scheduled
As of Tuesday, Lionel’s upcoming San Francisco concert with Earth, Wind & Fire remains listed on the Chase Center calendar for Saturday, September 26. The performance had previously been rescheduled and is set to begin at 7:30 p.m., according to the venue.
Lionel has spent decades as one of pop music’s most recognizable voices, first with the Commodores and later through solo hits including “Hello,” “Say You, Say Me” and “All Night Long.”
He has won four Grammy Awards and has served as a judge on “American Idol” since 2018.
His representatives have not publicly shared details about his condition.
To the Legendary Mr. Lionel Ritchie I pray for your speedy recovery because we need you around for many more years to come. I thank you for being amazing throughout my lifetime and I pray to see you in concert someday soon. I know you will be better soon because I trust in God!
To a true icon, Lionel Richie. Ongoing prayers are with you as you continue on the road to recovery. I pray that dehydration was the issue. Just remember, if at any time you start to feel dizzy or weak, sit down and call 911. The concerts can wait, but you can’t. We want you around for many, many years to come. Sending you lots of love and prayers for a complete recovery. God bless you.🙏
Please take care of your health. Listen to their instructions. We want you alive – if you have to cancel concerts, cancel them!
Whatever the find I hope it can be repaired quickly. Ya gotta be healthy for AI with your beautiful smile!