Lionel Richie is recovering from a procedure to address Atrial fibrillation, or an irregular heartbeat, and has canceled several shows over the next few weeks.
The singer is still set to begin a Las Vegas residency next month.
In a statement to the press, Richie’s rep said, “Lionel underwent a common procedure for Atrial fibrillation (AFib). The doctor said everything went perfectly. Lionel is doing great but will take some time off and will be back on stage soon.”
Richie’s concert residency at Wynn Las Vegas begins October 14; the engagement through November is still scheduled as
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