Lionel Richie

Singer-songwriter and musician

Lionel Richie - Singer-songwriter and musician
Born

June 20th, 1949
75 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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A prominent musician in the genres of R&B, soul, and pop. Achievements include founding the Commodores, a successful funk and soul band, and achieving solo success with multiple chart-topping hits. Notable works include 'Hello', 'All Night Long', and 'Endless Love'. Recognized with several Grammy Awards and an Academy Award for Best Original Song for 'Say You, Say Me'. Continued to influence music through performances and collaborations.

Founded the Commodores in 1968

Won an Academy Award for 'Say You, Say Me'

Produced multiple Billboard No. 1 hits

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