Overview
- The Sing a Song All Night Long tour opener was cut short when Lionel Richie reported feeling dizzy and left the stage during the June 24 performance in St. Paul, Minnesota.
- After finishing one more song at the piano Richie announced an intermission and did not return, and saxophonist Dino Soldo later told the crowd the show was canceled because Richie was unwell.
- Paramedics evaluated Richie backstage and he was taken to a local hospital as a precaution, though his team has not released a formal medical diagnosis.
- On doctors' advice Live Nation and the United Center postponed the June 26 Chicago and June 27 Columbus concerts and said the tour is expected to resume June 30 in Pittsburgh.
- Band members described Richie as likely dehydrated before the episode, and the incident has renewed attention on how demanding summer tours affect veteran performers and their recovery plans.