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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Maria Sherman

Lionel Richie is taking a break from performing following a heart procedure

Lionel Richie - (2024 Invision)

Lionel Richie is taking a break from touring as he recovers from a heart procedure, a representative for the singer confirmed in a statement to The Associated Press on Wednesday.

Richie underwent a common procedure for atrial fibrillation, or A-fib, and the “doctor said everything went perfectly,” it read. “Lionel is doing great but will take some time off and will be back on stage soon.”

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