Lionel Brockman Richie, Jr. (born June 20, 1949) is an American singer, songwriter, record producer who has sold more than 100 million records.
Born in Tuskegee, Alabama, Richie grew up on the campus of Tuskegee Institute. His grandfather's house was across the street from the home of the president of the Institute. His family moved to Illinois where he graduated from Joliet Township High School, East Campus, in Joliet. A star tennis player in Jo...
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Date of birth:
- Jun 20, 1949 (age 60 years)
Place of birth:
Musical Genres:
- Country ,
- Pop music ,
- Rhythm and blues ,
- Soul music ,
- Quiet storm ,
- Soft rock ,
- Adult contemporary music ,
- Contemporary hit radio ,
- Contemporary R&B
Also known as:
- Lionel Brockman Richie, Jr.,
- Lionel Ritchie