Stereogum — Since its inception in 1978, the annual Kennedy Center Honors has celebrated the "extraordinary careers of five artists whose talent and ingenuity have enriched and shaped cultural life in America." Traditionally, the White House hosts a reception pr... more info

New York Times — The seemingly illogical pairing of Mr. Richie, a cool sensualist, and Ms. Carey, an ostentatious emoter, comes to Newark and Manhattan this week. more info

Chicago Sun-Times, IL — The lineup of recipients at the Washington ceremony also includes pop singer Lionel Richie, TV producer Norman Lear and dancer Carmen de Lavallade. more info

Detroit Free Press — Gloria Estefan, Lionel Richie and TV producer Norman Lear also part of Class of 2017.             more info

Mjsbigblog — Mariah Carey advises Lionel Richie on American Idol: "Don't do it!" Scotty McCreery feels wedding pressure, The post Mariah Carey Advises Lionel Richie “Don’t Do” American Idol appeared first on mjsbigblog. more info

Mjsbigblog — American Idol Reboot: ABC is reportedly eyeing Lionel Richie and Charlie Puth to join Katy Perry on the judges panel. The post American Idol: ABC Eyeing Lionel Richie, Charlie Puth for Judges Panel appeared first on mjsbigblog. more info

USA Today Music — The superstar singer talks about his famous children as he starts his 'All the Hits' tour with Mariah Carey.             more info

USA Today Music — As Lionel Richie starts his 'All the Hits' tour with Mariah Carey July 21, he talks about raising famous kids and the headaches that come with a supermodel daughter.             more info

Mjsbigblog — Ryan Seacrests came face to face with a busker on the subway, plus Lionel Richie talks maybe joining American Idol. The post Ryan Seacrest ‘Auditions’ Subway Singer, Lionel Richie Talks American Idol appeared first on mjsbigblog. more info

USA Today Music — The music superstars hit the road together for the 'All the Hits' tour starting July 21.             more info