Lionel Richie - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | June 20, 1949 |
|---|---|
| Age | 76 |
| Birthplace | Tuskegee, Alabama, United States |
| Zodiac Sign | Gemini |
| Chinese Zodiac | Ox |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Grammy-winning singer-songwriter, member of Commodores, successful solo career with hits like 'Hello', 'All Night Long', and 'Endless Love' |
Intro
Lionel Richie is an American singer, songwriter, musician, and record producer, internationally renowned for his smooth vocals, romantic ballads, and enduring influence on pop and R&B music. First rising to fame as a member of the Commodores in the 1970s, Richie became one of the most successful solo artists of the 1980s, known for classics such as 'Hello,' 'All Night Long,' and 'Endless Love.'
Early Life & Background
Lionel Richie was born and raised in Tuskegee, Alabama. He grew up on the campus of the Tuskegee Institute, where several members of his family worked. Richie attended the Tuskegee Institute, where he studied economics and formed several R&B groups, eventually becoming a founding member of the Commodores.
Career Highlights
- Member of the Commodores, success with hits like 'Easy' and 'Three Times a Lady' in the 1970s
- Launched a highly successful solo career in the 1980s, releasing the multi-platinum albums 'Lionel Richie' and 'Can't Slow Down'
- Won the Academy Award for Best Original Song for 'Say You, Say Me' (1986)
- Received four Grammy Awards, including Album of the Year for 'Can't Slow Down'
- Co-wrote the charity single 'We Are the World' with Michael Jackson (1985)
Trivia
- Richie is a 1984 inductee into the Songwriters Hall of Fame.
- He has sold over 100 million records worldwide.
- Richie's daughter, Nicole Richie, is a television personality and fashion designer.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Lionel Richie?
Lionel Richie is 76 years old.
When was Lionel Richie born?
Lionel Richie was born the 20 June 1949.
Where is Lionel Richie from?
Tuskegee, Alabama, United States.
On His Birth-Day
About June 20th, 1949, in brief:
- Historical events: The Central Intelligence Agency Act was passed, establishing key legal frameworks for the CIA's operations and organizational structure, significantly impacting U.S. intelligence capabilities during the early Cold War period.
- Day of the week: June 20th, 1949 was a Monday
- Zodiac Sign: Gemini (in western zodiac), Ox (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase: Last Quarter
- #1 US song: Room Full of Roses by Dick Haymes
- Popular movie: House of Strangers directed by Joseph L. Mankiewicz
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