Lionel Richie pauses tour following successful atrial fibrillation procedure
The 77-year-old singer is recovering after a heart treatment for atrial fibrillation and will temporarily suspend his tour dates, his representative said.
Lionel Richie, 77, has temporarily halted his concert tour after undergoing a medical procedure to treat atrial fibrillation, his spokesperson told ABC News. The representative said the surgery went smoothly and that Richie is recovering well, adding that he plans to return to the stage when his health permits.
Richie had previously postponed two shows in late June after falling ill during a performance and was hospitalized in late August as a precaution, according to a source close to the tour. He has three scheduled concerts in San Francisco, Columbus and Chicago for late September and early October, followed by a series of shows at the Wynn in Las Vegas in October and November.
Atrial fibrillation is an irregular heart rhythm that can cause fatigue, shortness of breath and chest pain. Treatment options include medication, surgery and lifestyle adjustments, as noted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.