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Lionel Richie hospitalised in intensive care after St Louis concert

Lionel Richie was reportedly admitted to intensive care for tests after his August 29 concert in St Louis, where he asked for a chair during “All Night Long”.

Lionel Richie hospitalised in intensive care after St Louis concert

Lionel Richie, the 77-year-old singer, has reportedly been hospitalized following a concert in St Louis. He informed his fans about suffering from dehydration and performed his closing number seated. Both USA Today and the Hollywood Reporter confirmed his hospitalization. TMZ first broke the news, suggesting he may have been dehydrated and aiming for discharge by Tuesday.

According to The St Louis American, Richie appeared to manage the effects of dehydration during the show, sipping electrolyte drinks and taking a seat for his hit song, "All Night Long (All Night)". This hospitalization follows a series of health-related disruptions on Richie's "Sing a Song All Night Long" tour with Earth, Wind & Fire.

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