Lionel Richie was reportedly rushed to intensive care immediately after his concert on Saturday night, following a concerning health scare during his performance at The Muny in Forest Park, St. Louis, Missouri. The 77-year-old singer told the crowd he felt "dizzy" and "strange" while performing his final song, and ticketholders said he asked for a chair during "All Night Long" before being admitted to A&E later that night.
Fans Reveal Singer's 'Funny Turn'
Concertgoers revealed that the superstar admitted to experiencing a 'funny turn' towards the end of his show. According to audience members, Richie confessed to feeling unwell, prompting concern among the crowd. He reportedly requested a chair during the performance of his hit song "All Night Long" as he struggled to continue.
US outlet TMZ reported that doctors have been running tests since Richie checked himself into hospital "out of precaution." There has been no update from Lionel about his condition or current health status on social media, but the singer is expected to be discharged at some point today. Rumours also suggested he saw a paramedic backstage before being taken away in an ambulance.
Second Health Scare in Two Months
The worrying hospital dash comes just two months after the American musician suffered another 'dizzy spell' during a gig in June. He was forced to end his concert early as he performed at the Grand Casino Arena in Minnesota and was seen by medical staff before being whisked off to hospital that evening. According to audience members, he was caught catching his breath and resting on a chair as he took a moment to steady himself.
Following the mystery illness over the summer, Richie cancelled two concerts in Chicago and Columbus and shared a statement with fans on Instagram. He wrote: "Thank you for every message, every kind word, and for all your love. ❤️ I’m doing well, and I’m grateful for all of you. Pittsburgh and Detroit were an absolute joy. The energy, the dancing, the faces in the crowd… we made real memories together. See you in Toronto... let’s party all night long! ?."
Fans Send Support and Well Wishes
Fans flooded Lionel's health update with well wishes and positive comments, willing him to look after himself. One fan wrote: "I'm so glad you are doing well," while a second added: "Happy to see you back, well rested and happy." A third commented: "Continuing to pray for you! So glad to hear you are doing well!." A fourth said: "So happy to see this post!! Thankful you are doing well."
The Commodores frontman is currently appearing alongside Earth, Wind & Fire as part of a joint tour. The R&B icons are performing at 26 venues across the USA in a string of soulful shows. Richie's health remains a concern for fans as he continues his tour schedule, with no further updates on his condition since the hospital admission.
