June 20: The Legendary Lionel Richie Was Born On This Date In 1949

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June 20: The Legendary Lionel Richie Was Born On This Date In 1949

By Victor Trammell Photo credits: Motown Records Lionel Richie was born in Tuskegee, Alabama, on June 20, 1949. He rose to prominence as a solo musician after being a part of the Commodores singing group. Richie grew up in a Christian family. He previously pondered a career in the ministry. Instead, he attended Alabama's Tuskegee […]

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