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Joel Leaver

Lionel Richie says daughter Sofia's fiancé was 'nervous wreck' asking for his blessing

Lionel Richie is excited for his youngest daughter Sofia Richie to marry her fiancé Elliot Grainge, having nothing but kind words to say about his future son-in-law.

The music legend has shared his response to the happy news a week after model Sofia, 23, and music executive Elliot, 28, announced to fans they were engaged, with the bride-to-be showing off her huge diamond ring.

Doting dad Lionel, 72, has now revealed that Elliot asked his permission before popping the question, adding that his future son-in-law was a 'nervous wreck.'

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