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Lionel Richie Postpones Two Shows After Falling Ill on Stage
Lionel Richie postponed concerts in Chicago and Columbus after becoming ill during the opening night of his tour with Earth, Wind & Fire. The 77-year-old singer is scheduled to resume performances in Pittsburgh on June 30.
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Lionel Richie postponed two upcoming shows after he fell ill during the first night of his tour with Earth, Wind & Fire in Saint Paul, Minnesota. A statement from the United Center said the 77-year-old singer was advised by doctors to rest. The venues affected are Friday, June 26, in Chicago and Saturday, June 27, in Columbus, Ohio.
The statement said Richie and Earth, Wind & Fire are expected to return to the stage on Tuesday, June 30, in Pittsburgh. Rescheduled dates for the postponed shows will be announced later. "Lionel is heartbroken to postpone these two shows and cannot wait to be back performing for his fans," the statement added.
Richie stopped performing almost an hour into the Wednesday show after telling the audience he felt dizzy, according to the Minnesota Star Tribune. Several videos posted online showed him seated on stage. Earth, Wind & Fire drummer John Paris told the Star Tribune that Richie appeared "a little dehydrated," though his exact condition was not confirmed at the time.
Saxophonist Dino Soldo later informed the audience that the show would not continue.
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