Lionel Richie is back on stage. The legendary musician recently underwent a heart procedure. However, on Wednesday, November 11, he was back to doing what he does best. Richie took to the stage at The Wynn Las Vegas for his Lionel Richie-King of Hearts residency.
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"I'm back!" Richie told the crowd.
In a video that a fan posted to Instagram, Richie can be heard saying, "I don't know where I was, but I'm back. I'm doing just fine. Thank you all so much for caring about me."
Richie then continued by declaring, "This is gonna be a whole week of celebrating Lionel Richie."
After suffering a health scare, Richie had every right to be defiant when getting back on stage. At his age, there was always a risk that day wouldn't come. So, to be back so soon, and clearly feeling well within himself, is a blessing he was clearly embracing.
"In September, a rep confirmed to PEOPLE that the "Hello" singer would be taking some time off after recently undergoing a procedure for atrial fibrillation (AFib)," PEOPLE reported.
Fortunately for Richie, his return to the stage went well. He completed his set without complication and gave fans moments to remember.
Lionel Richie Previously Checked Himself Into the Hospital
In June, 2026, Richie was forced to cut a performance short after he admitted to the crowd he was feeling dizzy. He then postponed two upcoming shows to "rest and return to full health."
However, Richie's health issues didn't begin to improve. In August, 2026, the legendary singer decided to check himself into a St. Louis hospital following a show in the city. According to TMZ, the American Idol judge was then admitted to the intensive care unit. He then underwent cardiac tests.
"Folks at that St. Louis show tell us Lionel appeared to be struggling toward the end of the concert, and he asked his team to bring him a chair so he could sit while performing his final song, "All Night Long,'" TMZ reported at the time.
Hopefully, Richie's health issues are now all in the past, and he can continue living his best life on stage.
