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Lionel Richie is an American singer, songwriter, actor, and record producer. He has sold over 100 million records worldwide, making him one of the world's best-selling artists of all time. He has had four U.S. number-one singles and four Grammy Awards. He is also a member of the prestigious Songwriters Hall of Fame. Richie began his career as a member of the Commodores, a funk and soul band, in 1968. He left the group in 1982 to pursue a solo career. His debut solo album, Lionel Richie, was released in 1982 and featured the hit single "Truly". His second album, Can't Slow Down, was released in 1983 and featured the hit singles "All Night Long (All Night)" and "Hello". Richie has released several other albums since then, including Dancing on the Ceiling (1986), Back to Front (1992), and Tuskegee (2012). He has also collaborated with other artists, including Kenny Rogers, Willie Nelson, and Diana Ross. Richie has also acted in several films, including The Color Purple (1985), Uptown Girls (2003), and Just Go with It (2011). He has also appeared on television shows, including American Idol and The Voice. Richie has been married twice and has two children. He is currently married to Diane Alexander.

Popular As Lionel Brockman Richie Jr.
Occupation soundtrack,actor,composer
Age 73 years old
Zodiac Sign Gemini
Born 20 June, 1949
Birthday 20 June
Birthplace Tuskegee, Alabama, USA
Nationality United States

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Lionel Richie Height, Weight & Measurements

At 73 years old, Lionel Richie height is 5' 11" (1.8 m) .

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Height 5' 11" (1.8 m)
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Who Is Lionel Richie's Wife?

His wife is Diana Alexander Richie (21 December 1995 - 2004) ( divorced) ( 2 children), Brenda Harvey-Richie (28 October 1975 - 9 August 1993) ( divorced) ( 1 child)

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Wife Diana Alexander Richie (21 December 1995 - 2004) ( divorced) ( 2 children), Brenda Harvey-Richie (28 October 1975 - 9 August 1993) ( divorced) ( 1 child)
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Lionel Richie Net Worth

His net worth has been growing significantly in 2022-2023. So, how much is Lionel Richie worth at the age of 73 years old? Lionel Richie’s income source is mostly from being a successful Soundtrack. He is from United States. We have estimated Lionel Richie's net worth , money, salary, income, and assets.

Net Worth in 2023 $1 Million - $5 Million
Salary in 2023 Under Review
Net Worth in 2022 Pending
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Source of Income Soundtrack

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Timeline

2017

2017 Kennedy Center Honors honoree. Other honored that year were Gloria Estefan, LL Cool J, Carmen De Lavallade, and Norman Lear.

2015

He was inducted into the International Mustache Hall of Fame in 2015 (inaugural class) in the category Music & Arts.

2012

His album "Tuskegee" (2012) is named after the Alabama city where he was born and raised.

2010

On Who Do You Think You Are? (2010), Richiel was able to trace one of his ancestors to a father and son, Morgan W. and Dr. Morgan Brown, one of whom impregnated Lionel's slave ancestor. The Browns descend through a wife of another Morgan Brown to Zacharie Clothier and his wife who immigrated to Canada from France. Other descendants of Zacharie Cloutier include Madonna, Lady Gaga and Beyoncé.

2004

He appeared on Canadian Idol (2003) on August 11, 2004. His music was one of the weekly themes of the show, and seven young finalists worked with him individually to prepare for singing his songs in competition.

2003

He was awarded a Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame for Recording at 7018 Hollywood Boulevard in Hollywood, California on June 20, 2003.

2002

He performed at benefit dinner for Global Business Council on HIV/AIDS in front of former President Bill Clinton and UN Secretary General Kofi Annan on June 12, 2002.

1994

He has two children with his second wife Diana Alexander Richie: Myles Brockman Richie (born May 27, 1994) and Sofia Richie (born August 26, 1998).

1990

Phil Collins was inspired to call the demo of his 1990 single "Do You Remember?" "Lionel" because it reminded him of Richie's music.

1982

He was one of the original members of The Commodores and left the group in 1982.

1977

The memorable sinewy guitar solo on Richie's 1977 song "Easy" was played by Thomas McClary, then a member of The Commodores.