Lionel Richie hospitalized after St. Louis show in latest health concern
Updated on: September 1, 2026 / 10:29 AM EDT / CBS News
TL;DR
- Lionel Richie, 77, was hospitalized in St. Louis after a recent concert.
- He appeared to lean on a piano for support and requested a chair during the show.
- This is the latest in a string of on-stage health issues for the singer this year.
- Richie is currently on a 'Sing A Song All Night Long' tour with Earth, Wind and Fire.
- He is a celebrated artist with hits from his time in the Commodores and as a solo artist.
- Richie also co-wrote 'We Are The World' and is a judge on 'American Idol.'