Up to date June 26, 2026, 3:12 p.m. ET
Lionel Richie is pausing his return to the stage after abruptly falling sick throughout the opening of his new tour.
The Grammy-winning singer-songwriter, 77, was scheduled to carry out in Chicago and Columbus, Ohio, this weekend as a part of his Sing a Music All Evening Lengthy Tour with Earth, Wind & Fireplace.
In a press release launched Thursday, June 25, Reside Nation Chicago introduced that Richie could be suspending the live shows as he recovers from his latest sickness.
“Below advisement by medical doctors to relaxation and return to full well being, Lionel Richie has postponed his subsequent two exhibits on Friday, June 26 in Chicago, and Saturday, June 27 in Columbus,” the assertion learn. “He and Earth, Wind & Fireplace will return to the stage on Tuesday, June 30” for a present in in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
USA TODAY has reached out to Richie’s representatives for remark.
Richie’s efficiency at Grand On line casino Area in St. Paul, Minnesota, on Wednesday was minimize quick when the singer appeared to endure a dizzy spell onstage.
The R&B icon carried out his grooving hit “Dancing on the Ceiling” whereas sitting on a step, per the Minnesota Star Tribune. He later advised the viewers, “If you’re feeling dizzy, sit your ass down,” admitting he’d by no means sung the ’80s basic seated. He then launched into the ballad “Three Instances a Woman” whereas sitting at a grand piano.
Shortly after, simply over midway by his set, Richie introduced an “intermission,” in response to the outlet. He did not return, and after quarter-hour, his band additionally left. After practically 25 extra minutes with no phrase, saxophonist Dino Soldo appeared onstage to announce that “sadly, Lionel is just not feeling properly. He will not have the ability to proceed.”
Reside Nation Chicago didn’t present further particulars on Richie’s situation in Thursday’s assertion.
“Lionel is heartbroken to postpone these two exhibits and can’t wait to be again performing for his followers,” the assertion concluded. “We apologize for any inconvenience this causes followers who’ve tickets for these two exhibits. Rescheduled dates will probably be introduced quickly.”
The Star Tribune reported that Richie was carrying leather-based pants and a leather-based jacket for his efficiency and noticeably sweating throughout his 55 minutes onstage. Earth, Wind & Fireplace drummer John Paris advised the outlet the singer was “just a little dehydrated” however in any other case didn’t know his well being standing.
