Lionel Richie endured serious health challenges that nearly cost him his singing career. Multiple surgeries followed a life-threatening throat condition, leaving him in despair. He later shared that the birth of his son gave him the strength to keep going.
His difficulties did not end there. Years of performing led to arthritis, requiring a hip replacement, and later a knee injury threatened to halt his career. Surgery helped him recover, and Richie lightheartedly joked about feeling “bionic” afterward.
Despite the setbacks, Richie’s determination and resilience ensured his lasting place in music history.