Lionel Richie Apologizes After Canceling Sold-Out NYC Concert Due To Weather

Lionel Richie postponed his sold-out concert with Earth, Wind & Fire at Madison Square Garden due to severe weather preventing his flight to New York City.
Richie announced the cancellation an hour after the scheduled start time, angering fans who had already arrived and questioned the validity of his excuse.
The concert was rescheduled for the following Monday, causing scheduling conflicts for Richie, Earth, Wind & Fire, and associated events.
Richie apologized profusely during the makeup concert, explaining he even tried to bribe the pilot to fly through the storm.
Fans expressed disappointment and frustration with Richie's last-minute cancellation on social media, demanding more transparency.