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Lionel Richie pauses tour after heart procedure
Lionel Richie pauses tour after heart procedure.
In brief
Lionel Richie pauses tour after heart procedure. Lionel Richie will take time off from touring after a heart procedure for atrial fibrillation, with plans to return soon. Originally reported by ABC7 New York.
Lionel Richie stops touring
Music superstar Lionel Richie confirmed to ABC News on Tuesday that he is taking time off from touring after undergoing a heart procedure.
Heart procedure details
The 77-year-old singer underwent a procedure for atrial fibrillation, his representative stated.
Representative statement
The representative said, 'The doctor said everything went perfectly. Lionel is doing great but will take some time off and will be back on stage soon.'
“The doctor said everything went perfectly”
Atrial fibrillation explained
Atrial fibrillation, known as AFib, is an irregular heart rhythm causing fatigue, shortness of breath, and chest pain.
Health history
Richie has faced health challenges since starting a nationwide tour with Earth, Wind & Fire earlier this summer.
Upcoming tour dates
Richie has three upcoming tour dates in late September and early October in San Francisco, Columbus, and Chicago, then will perform at the Wynn in Las Vegas.
What it means
Lionel Richie will take time off from touring after a heart procedure for atrial fibrillation, with plans to return soon.
