Lionel Richie Pausing Touring Due to Heart Procedure, Rep Says
- On Tuesday, Lionel Richie was hospitalized for Atrial fibrillation, known as AFib, forcing the cancellation of his next three tour dates with Earth, Wind And Fire.
- This marks the third time the 77-year-old singer has been admitted to the hospital in recent months, following similar health complications experienced previously in June and August.
- Richie underwent a common, minimally invasive AFib ablation procedure which doctors described as successful, according to a statement shared Tuesday with The Independent.
- Consequently, the canceled tour dates include shows in San Francisco this Saturday, Chicago on September 30, and Columbus on October 2.
- Representatives stated that Lionel is recovering well and expects to return to The All Night Long tour soon despite the medical setback.
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The 77-year-old musician must take a rest period before resuming his presentations with Earth, Wind & Fire.After weeks of uncertainty, the situation forced the suspension of a show in San Francisco and modified his immediate schedule of performances.
The 77-year-old singer was intervened by an atrial fibrillation. His representative confirmed that the operation was a success and that he should rest.
Lionel Richie treated for atrial fibrillation weeks after St. Louis hospitalization
Less than a month after music star Lionel Richie checked himself into a St. Louis‑area hospital following his performance at The Muny, he is pausing upcoming tour dates after undergoing a heart procedure. His representative issued a statement saying the 77‑year‑old singer was hospitalized this week for heart issues and will miss a few concert […]
Lionel Richie was hospitalized again after heart problems; health problems force him to cancel three concerts
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