Lionel Richie’s The latest tour has gotten off to a rough start.
On the opening night of his new Sing a song all night long tour, Richie, 77, became dizzy while performing his set in Minnesota at the Grand Casino Arena in St. Paul.
As Richie prepared to sing his hit “Dancing on the Ceiling,” the singer-turned-American Idol judge sat down on stage and told the crowd, “When you feel dizzy, sit down,” as reported by Minnesota Star Tribune.
Patrick Kessleran X user, provided video of part of the Richie concert and detailed Richie’s actions, writing: “BREAKING: Lionel Richie concert in St. Paul at the Grand Casino Arena was canceled mid-show. Richie took the stage during “Dancing on the Ceiling”, said he felt dizzy. Performed another song at the piano, “Three Times a Lady”, and did not announce an unscheduled break.
About 40 minutes into the unscheduled break, a member of Richie’s band told the audience that Richie was not feeling well and would not be able to continue the show.
The Sing a song all night long tour has 25 remaining dates scheduled across North America. Chicago’s United Center is the next scheduled stop, Friday, June 26. Earth, Wind & Fire is Richie’s supporting cast throughout the tour.
Richie, who has sold more than 90 million records worldwide and won four Grammys, is expected to perform hits such as “Endless Love” and “Say You, Say Me” during the 2026 tour, provided he is healthy enough to continue with the remaining 25 tour dates. Last year, Richie went on a similar 25-date tour and it was a huge success, grossing nearly $18 million.
After Friday’s stop in Chicago, Richie’s tour is scheduled for Columbus, OH and Pittsburgh, PA over the next week.
