Lionel Richie Sparks Debate with New Appearance in Instagram Video

Lionel Richie, the legendary singer and current judge on “American Idol,” recently caused quite a stir online with his latest Instagram video. While the focus of the video was on Lionel’s excitement about becoming a grandfather, many users couldn’t help but notice his changed appearance and speculated about whether he had undergone cosmetic procedures.

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In the video, Lionel shared his joy about the arrival of his daughter Sofia Richie Grainge’s baby girl, expressing his enthusiasm for being a grandfather. However, instead of focusing on his heartfelt message, social media quickly erupted with comments about his facial appearance.

Lionel and Sofia Richie arrive for the Official Launch Of New Disney & Muppet Myzos in Santa Monica, California, on August 22, 2009. | Source: Getty Images

Some users expressed concern and surprise, questioning what Lionel had done to his face. Speculations about cosmetic surgery and fillers circulated, with comments about his face looking “strange” and “tight.” However, Lionel has always opted for a natural approach to anti-aging.

Lionel and Sofia Richie attend the 26th annual Elton John AIDS Foundation Academy Awards Viewing Party in West Hollywood, California, on March 4, 2018. | Source: Getty Images

Despite being 74 years old, Lionel maintains his youthfulness through good habits like drinking plenty of water, getting enough sleep, and avoiding excessive red meat. He also takes care of his skin using the Lancer Method, which involves exfoliating, cleansing, and moisturizing.

Aside from his skincare routine, Lionel stays healthy by engaging in physical activities and taking time for self-care. He enjoys walking in his garden and finding inspiration through his music. Retirement is not on his mind, as he wants to continue performing and sharing his music with his fans.

Sofia Richie Grainge's baby bump shoot from an Instagram post dated January 25, 2024 | Source: Instagram/voguemagazine/

Lionel embraces his age and doesn’t make plans for the future. He believes that staying passionate and true to oneself keeps the spark alive. As he said, “Death is going to be a surprise to me because I’m not making any plans for it.”

With all the exciting things happening in Lionel’s life, including his music and the journey of becoming a grandfather, he remains full of joy and enthusiasm. He is thrilled for his daughter Sofia and her husband Elliot Grainge and is looking forward to the adventures of being a grandfather.

Sofia Richie Grainge's baby bump shoot from an Instagram post dated January 25, 2024 | Source: Instagram/voguemagazine/

Sofia, Lionel’s daughter, recently shared her excitement about her pregnancy in an exclusive interview with Vogue. She discovered she was pregnant during a trip to Milan for Fashion Week and took a pregnancy test when she got back to Los Angeles. The positive result brought immense joy to Sofia and her husband Elliot, as they had been trying for a baby.

Sofia decided to keep her pregnancy private until she reached the eight-week mark, wanting to protect that special space. As she entered her sixth month, she admitted to learning so much about the female body and the journey of pregnancy. Despite the surprises along the way, she and Elliot are thrilled to be having a baby girl, fulfilling Sofia’s dream of having a daughter.

Lionel, who shares a close bond with Sofia, walked her down the aisle when she got married. He expressed his joy at witnessing his daughter’s wedding and now looks forward to the new adventure of being a grandfather.

Congratulations to Lionel and Sofia on these exciting chapters in their lives!