Lionel Richie Hospitalized After St. Louis Concert: Report

Lionel Richie is in the ICU at a St. Louis hospital after his Saturday night show at The Muny in Forest Park. He checked himself in to have tests run.

• Doctors are examining possible slight dehydration, sources say.
• Richie asked his team for a chair during his final song, 'All Night Long.'
• He is expected to be discharged Tuesday, per sources with direct knowledge.
• In June, Richie was taken by ambulance after a St. Paul show, telling the crowd he felt 'dizzy' and 'strange.'

Why it matters: Two hospitalizations in three months raise questions about Richie's health while he continues an active performance schedule at 77.

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What’s next: Richie remains hospitalized as of Monday afternoon; discharge is expected Tuesday.

• His representatives have not responded to requests for comment.
• What specific medical tests were run and what, if anything, they found.
• Whether Richie's upcoming tour dates will be affected.