Lionel Richie Reportedly ‘Doing Okay’ After Second Hospitalization This Summer

Lionel Richie is reportedly in stable condition after checking himself into a St. Louis hospital following another onstage health concern during his summer tour.

Lionel Richie is reportedly “doing okay” after being hospitalized following his Saturday, August 29 concert at The Muny in St. Louis. A source close to his ongoing tour told Rolling Stone that the 77-year-old music legend is OK, while reports said he checked himself into the hospital after the show to undergo testing.

During the concert, Richie completed his set but asked his team to bring him a chair for the closing performance of “All Night Long.” TMZ reported that doctors were looking into possible slight dehydration and that Richie entered the hospital as a precaution.

The St. Louis visit marks Richie’s second reported hospitalization in a little more than two months. During the opening night of his Sing a Song All Night Long tour with Earth, Wind & Fire in St. Paul on June 24, Richie told the crowd he was feeling dizzy, sat down during the performance and ultimately ended the concert early.

That June episode forced the postponement of shows in Chicago and Columbus while Richie rested on doctors’ advice. He returned to the stage days later and subsequently told fans on Instagram, “I’m doing well, and I’m grateful for all of you.”

Richie’s latest hospitalization came after he reportedly spoke about dehydration during the St. Louis show and drank electrolytes while performing. CBS News reported that video from the concert showed him leaning on a piano for support at one point before he later finished the night seated.

Despite the latest scare, there has been no announced cancellation of Richie’s next scheduled performance. He is currently due back onstage September 26 in San Francisco as his tour with Earth, Wind & Fire continues.

Richie has not personally issued a public statement about the St. Louis hospitalization as of Tuesday. For now, reports that he is stable and “doing okay” offer an encouraging update after a second health-related hospital visit during an otherwise active touring year.