Lionel Richie Falls Ill On Stage, Cutting Short First Night Of New Tour

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1. 12d ago

   Lionel Richie Cuts Opening Tour Night Short After Falling Ill

   Lionel Richie, 77, abruptly ended the first concert of his All Night Long tour in St. Paul, Minnesota. The singer fell ill onstage at the Grand Casino Arena during a performance with Earth, Wind and Fire. He reportedly felt "dizzy" and "strange" nearly an hour into the set.

   What's confirmed:

   • Lionel Richie, 77, cut short the opening night of his new tour in St. Paul, Minnesota.
   • The concert took place at the Grand Casino Arena with Earth, Wind and Fire.
   • Richie fell ill onstage and reported feeling "dizzy".
   • The tour is titled All Night Long.

   Still unconfirmed:

   • Lionel Richie was taken to the hospital after the concert.
   • Richie postponed two upcoming shows.
   • The incident occurred on Wednesday.
   • The incident occurred on Thursday night.
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