# Lionel Richie pauses tour following heart procedure > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/lionel-richie-health-incidents-during-tour > Updated: 2026-09-23T08:08:27.000Z. Sources: 285. Developments: 5. Singer Lionel Richie has paused his ‘Sing a Song All Night Long’ tour to recover from a heart procedure. The 77-year-old underwent a catheter ablation to treat atrial fibrillation (AFib), an irregular heart rhythm. A representative stated the procedure went ‘perfectly’ and that Richie is ‘doing great,’ though he requires time off before returning to the stage. The medical intervention has resulted in the cancellation of three upcoming tour dates: September 26 in San Francisco, September 30 in Chicago, and October 2 in Columbus, Ohio. These cancellations affect his tour with Earth, Wind & Fire. This follows a series of recent health challenges, including a June incident in St. Paul involving dizziness and a late August hospitalization in St. Louis, where he spent time in intensive care. While Richie was recently seen in Beverly Hills appearing to be in good spirits, he is now focusing on recovery. He is expected to resume his professional schedule with his ‘King of Hearts’ residency at the Wynn Las Vegas starting October 14. ## Claims - During the performance of 'All Night Long', Richie requested a chair to finish the song while seated. (corroborated by 5 sources) - In June, Richie experienced a health scare in Minnesota where he reported feeling dizzy and strange. (corroborated by 5 sources) - Doctors are investigating the possibility of slight dehydration as the cause for the hospitalization. (corroborated by 4 sources) - Richie is expected to be discharged from the hospital on September 1. (corroborated by 4 sources) - Lionel Richie sought medical attention at a local hospital following his performance. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Lionel Richie requested a chair to perform his final song, ‘All Night Long’, due to visible difficulty. (corroborated by 3 sources) - This is the second health incident during his current tour in approximately two months. (corroborated by 3 sources) - In June, Richie experienced a similar health issue during a performance in St. Paul, Minnesota. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Lionel Richie is currently in the intensive care unit in St. Louis. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Doctors are investigating possible cardiac issues. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Richie's discharge from the hospital was rescheduled for Wednesday. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Richie appeared to struggle and requested a chair during his final song, ‘All Night Long’. (corroborated by 3 sources) ## Timeline ### 2026-09-23: Lionel Richie cancels tour dates following heart procedure Lionel Richie is pausing his tour and canceling three US shows following a successful heart procedure to treat atrial fibrillation. He is expected to recover and resume his Las Vegas residency in October. 20 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/lionel-richie-undergoes-heart-procedure-for-atrial-fibrillation ### 2026-09-21: Lionel Richie undergoes heart procedure and cancels tour dates Lionel Richie has undergone a heart procedure for atrial fibrillation, forcing the cancellation of three US tour dates. His representative reports the procedure was successful and he is recovering well. 74 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/lionel-richie-makes-public-appearance-after-hospital-stay ### 2026-09-04: Lionel Richie recovering at home after ICU hospitalization Lionel Richie is recovering at home after being treated in an ICU following a health scare during a St. Louis concert. Doctors investigated potential cardiac issues and dehydration. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/lionel-richie-recovering-at-home-after-icu-hospitalization ### 2026-09-02: Lionel Richie discharged after intensive care for cardiac testing Lionel Richie has been discharged from a St. Louis hospital after undergoing cardiac testing following a recent concert where he experienced physical distress. 45 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/lionel-richie-hospitalized-in-st-louis-after-concert-health-scare ### 2026-08-31: Lionel Richie hospitalized in ICU after St. Louis concert Singer Lionel Richie has been admitted to an ICU in St. Louis after experiencing health difficulties during a concert. Doctors are investigating possible dehydration as a cause. 195 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/lionel-richie-hospitalized-in-st-louis-icu-after-concert --- Cite as: Lionel Richie pauses tour following heart procedure. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/lionel-richie-health-incidents-during-tour